Creamy banana dessert fusion (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Crust
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1 ½ cups crushed vanilla wafers
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½ cup melted butter
→ For the Cheesecake Filling
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3 packs (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
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¾ cup granulated sugar
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3 large eggs
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1 cup mashed bananas
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½ cup sour cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For the Topping
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Whipped cream
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Sliced bananas
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Crushed vanilla wafers
# Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). In a mixing bowl, combine crushed vanilla wafers and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool while preparing the filling.
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In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in the mashed bananas, sour cream, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
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Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is slightly set. Turn off the oven, slightly crack the oven door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best texture.
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Before serving, top with whipped cream, banana slices, and crushed vanilla wafers. Slice and enjoy this creamy banana pudding cheesecake!
# Notes:
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For extra flavor, you can mix a bit of cinnamon into the crust
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You can use a food processor to crush the vanilla wafers for an even finer texture
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Make sure to let the cheesecake cool slowly in the oven to prevent cracking