Description
A rich and creamy vanilla cheesecake topped with sweet caramelized bananas and warm caramel sauce, creating a luxurious and elegant dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 3 bananas, sliced
- 3 tbsp butter (for caramelizing)
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Caramel sauce, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Press into the bottom of the pan.
- Bake crust for 8 minutes, then let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently.
- Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Pour cheesecake batter over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven, crack open the door, and let cheesecake cool for 1 hour before chilling completely.
- In a skillet, melt 3 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add banana slices, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes until glazed and caramelized.
- Top chilled cheesecake with caramelized bananas and drizzle caramel sauce before serving.
Notes
- Chill cheesecake for at least 4 hours for best texture.
- Add rum or banana liqueur to the caramelized bananas for a bananas foster twist.
- Use firm, just-ripe bananas so they don’t turn mushy.
- Top just before serving to keep bananas fresh-looking.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 65 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American