Decadent Banana Split Cheesecake
Prepare to be enchanted by this luscious dessert where a layer of graham cracker crust cradles a velvety cream cheese filling, crowned with a delightful cascade of fresh bananas, juicy pineapple, whipped cream, and a sprinkle of crunchy pecans. Luxuriously rich and irresistibly sweet, this Banana Split Cheesecake is a true masterpiece of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
For the Decadent Cheesecake | |
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| 2 | cups graham cracker crumbs |
| 1⁄2 | cup margarine, melted |
| 4 | tablespoons sugar |
| 2 | packages cream cheese, softened |
| 1 | lb sifted powdered sugar |
| 1 | teaspoon vanilla extract |
| 4 | -5 bananas, sliced |
| 1 | can pineapple, drained |
| 1 | carton Cool Whip |
| 1 | cup pecans, finely chopped |
| maraschino cherry, drained and cut in half | |
Instructions
For Creating the Cheesecake | |
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| 1. | Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted margarine and sugar in a mixing bowl. Press the mixture into a 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan, forming a crust that slightly extends up the sides of the dish. |
| 2. | Chill the crust in the refrigerator for 45 minutes. |
| 3. | In a separate bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with sifted powdered sugar until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract. |
| 4. | Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled crust. |
| 5. | Arrange the sliced bananas on top of the cream cheese layer. |
| 6. | Layer the drained pineapple slices over the bananas. |
| 7. | Cover the top with a generous layer of Cool Whip. |
| 8. | Sprinkle the finely chopped pecans and place the halved maraschino cherries on top. |
| 9. | Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 3 hours before serving. |
Nutrients
The following values are based on a single serving of this recipe.
| Calories | 1175.9 kcal |
| Protein | 9.8 g |
| Fat | 66.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 142.8 g |
| Fiber | 5.1 g |
| Sugar | 116.3 g |
Published on Aug 11, 2024 by Luminița