Chocolate Banana Split Cheesecake
Indulge in the heavenly taste of Chocolate Banana Split Cheesecake with this easy-to-follow recipe. This delectable dessert is a perfect blend of creamy cheesecake, rich chocolate, and sweet bananas. The keyword 'Chocolate Banana Split Cheesecake' is the star of this recipe, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients (for 8 servings):
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips, melted
- 1/2 cup whipped cream
- 1/4 cup chocolate syrup
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Cooking Tips:
- Use a food processor to crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs.
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted.
Cooking Process:
1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
2. In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3. In another bowl, mix the mashed bananas and lemon juice. Set aside.
4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract and melted chocolate.
5. Pour half of the cheesecake batter into the prepared crust. Spoon the banana mixture over the batter. Pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the bananas.
6. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the cheesecake is set. Let it cool to room temperature.
7. Spread the whipped cream over the top of the cheesecake. Drizzle with chocolate syrup and caramel sauce. Sprinkle with chopped walnuts.
8. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Appearance and Taste:
This Chocolate Banana Split Cheesecake is a showstopper with its creamy texture, rich chocolate flavor, and sweet banana taste. The graham cracker crust adds a nice crunch, while the whipped cream, chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, and chopped walnuts make it look and taste even more delicious. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and will leave your guests wanting more.
Type of Dish: Dessert
3 Main Ingredients: Cream Cheese, Chocolate, Bananas
