STRAWBERRY BANANA CHEESECAKE (LIGHT OR FULL FAT VERSIONS)

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Combining Recipe #80301 and acclaimed recipe for strawberry cheesecake on Allrecipes.com, I came up with this tweaked, potentially healthier version with full taste. My family loved it, and I will in the future try it with more fruit combinations. I wouldn't recommend going with fat-free products for cheesecakes such as these, as the cake may not set properly. Light and low-fat worked well for me. And using the cooling technique listed below, I managed to get no cracks!

Provided by I Cant Believe Its

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 Cheesecake, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 1/2 tablespoons melted butter
1 1/2 tablespoons liquid honey
2 (10 ounce) packages frozen strawberries, thawed and drained
1/4-1/3 cup sugar (to your preference)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 bananas
3 (8 ounce) packages light cream cheese or 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can low fat sweetened condensed milk or 1 (14 ounce) can regular sweetened condensed milk
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 large eggs

Steps:

  • FOR CRUST:.
  • Put crumbs, melted butter, and honey in food processor and process until smooth.
  • Spray 9-inch spring-form pan with cooking spray and press crumbs in pan.
  • Bake at 350 for 10 minutes or until edges feel firm and dry.
  • Set aside until cool to the touch.
  • FOR STRAWBERRIES/BANANAS:.
  • In a food processor, combine strawberries, sugar, and cornstarch; cover and process until smooth.
  • Pour into a saucepan; bring to a boil on medium-low.
  • Boil and stir for 2 minutes. Cover sauce and refridgerate until needed.
  • Cut two bananas into even slices, and set aside.
  • FOR CHEESCAKE:.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until light and fluffy.
  • Gradually beat in condensed milk. Add lemon juice; mix well. Add eggs, beat on low until just combined.
  • FOR ASSEMBALY:.
  • Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over crust.
  • using 1/2 teaspoonfulls, carefully drop a thin layer of strawberry sause over the first layer of cream cheese. cover with an ever layer of slices bananas. Carefully spoon remaining cream cheese mixture over sauce.
  • Drop more strawberry sauce by 1/2 teaspoonfuls on top. With a butter knife, cut through top layer only to swirl strawberry sauce.
  • Cover remaining strawberry sauce and refrigerate. Come serving, warm sauce in the microwave. If it has thickened excessively, add some water to make it pourable.
  • Bake cheesecake at 300 degrees F for 45-50 minutes or until center is almost set. You may need to bake a touch if using the lower-fat ingrediants.
  • Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove side of pan and serve with strawberry sauce.

Debbie Bledsoe
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This cheesecake is my new go-to dessert.


Naatkhawan Zahidaparveen
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This cheesecake is the perfect way to end a meal. It's light and fluffy, and the flavors are amazing.


Sajan Rai
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Ariyan Eamen
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This cheesecake is a delicious and refreshing treat. The strawberry and banana flavors are a perfect combination.


Marie Banister
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I've made this cheesecake several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and everyone loves it.


MD RANA Hssan
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This cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion. It's light and fluffy, with just the right amount of sweetness.


Jskdkskkssllslsls lslsisi
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! This cheesecake is absolutely delicious.


Tumenolzii Orgodolbazar
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always perfect.


Reena Pandey
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I made this cheesecake for my friend's birthday and she loved it! She said it was the best cheesecake she's ever had.


Ishfaq Malik
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it three times and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


Mira Ghale
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cheesecake turned out perfectly. It was so creamy and delicious.


NMH TV
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This cheesecake is amazing! The texture is perfect and the flavor is incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


sikander ghous bakhsh
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I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a fan of artificial sweeteners, but I was pleasantly surprised. The cheesecake was delicious and I didn't miss the sugar at all.


One Adam
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I've made this cheesecake twice now, and it's always a hit. The light version is just as good as the full-fat version.


Blessing Angel
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My family loved this cheesecake; they couldn't even tell it was a healthier version!