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Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze

Decadent Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze Delight

This Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze is an indulgent dessert that elevates any gathering.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Crackers Substitute with gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free option.
  • 6 tablespoons Butter Can use coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 0.25 cups Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used for a deeper flavor.
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces Full-Fat Cream Cheese Avoid whipped cream cheese for optimal results.
  • 3 large Eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1 cups Sour Cream Can be replaced with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be omitted if desired.
For the Topping
  • 2 ripe Bananas Fresh bananas yield the best results.
  • 0.25 cups Brown Sugar Used for caramelizing bananas.
  • 0.25 cups Dark Rum Substitute with rum extract for a non-alcoholic version.
For the Rum Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use unsalted for better control of saltiness.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Keep an eye on it to avoid burning.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Springform Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush the graham crackers and mix with melted butter and granulated sugar. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 8 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar, then mix in the eggs, sour cream, and vanilla extract until combined.
  3. Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and smooth the top. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 55-65 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
  4. Let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Melt butter in a skillet, slice the bananas, and cook with brown sugar until caramelized. Let cool.
  6. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter, and dark rum. Cook until thickened, stirring constantly. Let cool slightly.
  7. Remove the cheesecake from the pan, top with caramelized bananas, and drizzle with rum glaze before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill overnight before serving and use room temperature ingredients during preparation.

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