Banana Bread Cheesecake Recipe
Ingredients
For the Banana Bread Crust:
- 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Cheesecake Layer:
- 2 (8 oz) packages of cream cheese, softened
- 1½ cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot milk
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Banana Bread Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a springform pan (9-inch works well) or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the vegetable oil, egg, sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture, stirring until just combined (avoid overmixing to keep it tender).
- Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared springform pan and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow it to cool completely.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Layer:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- In a small saucepan, heat the milk until just hot (but not boiling). Stir in the packet of unflavored gelatin until it dissolves completely.
- Slowly pour the hot milk and gelatin mixture into the cream cheese mixture, blending thoroughly to ensure a smooth texture.
- Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled banana bread crust, spreading evenly.
- Place the pan in the fridge to chill for at least 4 hours or, ideally, overnight for best firmness.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the cheesecake has set, remove it from the springform pan.
- Slice and enjoy this layered delight!
This recipe is sure to impress. With the rich banana bread crust and creamy cheesecake layer, it’s no wonder your coworkers loved it!