Description
A creamy, indulgent, and easy-to-make no bake Nutella banana cheesecake that combines the rich hazelnut flavor of Nutella with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. This quick and fuss-free dessert offers a luscious, velvety texture and is perfect for parties, family gatherings, or spontaneous sweet cravings without requiring any baking.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling
- 16 oz (450g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Nutella
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well combined. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan or pie dish to create an even, compact crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.
- Whip the cream: In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form. This helps add lightness and fluffiness to the cheesecake filling.
- Mix the filling: In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Add Nutella and vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly. Then gently fold in the whipped cream to keep the mixture airy.
- Incorporate the bananas: Slice the ripe bananas and carefully fold them into the filling, distributing them evenly without mashing.
- Assemble and chill: Pour the Nutella banana filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow it to set perfectly.
Notes
- Keep cream cheese and heavy cream well chilled for easier whipping and better texture.
- Use bananas that are ripe but firm to avoid a watery filling.
- Press crust firmly into the pan to prevent crumbling when slicing.
- Use a springform pan for easy removal without damaging the cheesecake shape.
- Cover the cheesecake tightly when refrigerating to avoid absorbing fridge odors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cheesecake)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: No Bake, Nutella, Banana, Cheesecake, Dessert, Easy, Quick, Gluten Free