Description
This 4 Ingredient Banana Greek Yogurt Cheesecake is a creamy, delicious, and healthy no-bake dessert blending ripe bananas with tangy Greek yogurt and smooth cream cheese, lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s a light yet indulgent treat perfect for any occasion, offering a fresh twist on classic cheesecake.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 2–3 tbsp honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bananas: Peel and mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth. This ensures a creamy texture without lumps and distributes natural sweetness evenly throughout the cheesecake base.
- Combine Greek Yogurt and Cream Cheese: In a separate bowl, soften the cream cheese by bringing it to room temperature, then mix it thoroughly with Greek yogurt until the mixture is silky and uniform.
- Sweeten the Mixture: Add honey or maple syrup to the cream cheese and Greek yogurt blend, adjusting the amount to your preferred level of sweetness. Stir gently to combine without deflating the creamy texture.
- Mix Everything Together: Fold the mashed bananas into the creamy mixture carefully, making sure everything is well incorporated. Pour the combined batter into your serving dish or individual jars and smooth the top for an even finish.
- Chill and Set: Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 2 hours to allow it to set and develop flavors. Overnight chilling is preferable for the best texture.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Softening cream cheese beforehand prevents lumps and ensures smooth texture.
- Full-fat Greek yogurt provides creaminess, but low-fat is fine for a lighter option.
- Taste the batter before chilling and adjust sweetener as needed.
- Store leftover cheesecake covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, freeze portions wrapped tightly and thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
- Serve chilled; if preferred softer, let sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes—avoid microwaving to preserve texture.
- Variations include adding nut toppings, chocolate swirls, fresh berries, spices (cinnamon or nutmeg), or vegan substitutions (coconut cream and maple syrup).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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