Banana Cream Cheesecake

Ingredients and Weight:

• 24 oz Cream Cheese
• 1 cup Sugar
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1 Banana, ripe and mashed
• 1/2 cup Sour Cream
• 2 cups Digestive Cookies, crushed (or use your favorite cookie)
• 1/4 cup Butter, melted

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 45-55 minutes at 325°F (160°C)
• Total Time: About 1 hour 30 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the crushed cookies and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition.
4. Stir in the vanilla extract, mashed banana, and sour cream.
5. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cookie base.
6. Place the cheesecake in the oven and bake for 45-55 minutes or until the center is almost set.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight before serving.
8. Garnish with fresh fruit or a dusting of cocoa powder before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving: based on 8 equal parts) Calories: Approx. 450, Fat: 28g, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• This cheesecake is rich, creamy, and has a unique banana flavor that is complimented by the sour cream and digestive cookie base.
• The texture is smooth and the flavor is sweet with a hint of vanilla and banana.
• It's perfect for any special occasion or as a treat for family and friends.

User Comments:

1. "The combination of banana and cheesecake was unexpected but amazing!"
2. "The texture was so smooth and creamy, loved it!"
3. "I made this for my family's celebration and it was a hit!"
4. "The digestive cookie base gave it a unique flavor that I really enjoyed."
5. "I love how easy this recipe was to follow and the result was delicious."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use room temperature cream cheese for smoother mixing.
• Do not overbake the cheesecake; it should be almost set in the center.
• Let the cheesecake cool completely before refrigerating, this will ensure a smoother texture.
• You can add a few drops of lemon juice to enhance the flavor.