Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, room temperature
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for whipping cream)
- Sliced bananas and vanilla wafers (for topping)
Equipment Needed
- 9-inch springform pan
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Rubber spatula
- Parchment paper
- Blender or food processor (for graham cracker crumbs)
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
First, let’s get started on that lovely graham cracker crust. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of your springform pan—don’t skip this step, as the crust provides a delightful crunch that complements the creamy filling perfectly. Pop the pan in the refrigerator while we work on the cheesecake filling. (See the next page below to continue steps…)