Name: Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze
Prep time: 3 h 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 3 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 6 tbsp melted butter; 2 tbsp sugar; 24 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 3 large eggs; 3 ripe bananas, sliced; 2 tbsp butter; ¼ cup brown sugar; ½ tsp cinnamon; ¼ cup rum; ¼ cup brown sugar; 2 tbsp water

Description

Indulge in this Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze, a luscious dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, and caramelized bananas drizzled with a rich rum glaze. Perfect for special occasions, this decadent treat is a showstopper with every bite.

Ingredients

For the Crust:

2 cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tbsp melted butter
2 tbsp sugar

For the Cheesecake:

24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 large eggs

For the Caramelized Bananas:

3 ripe bananas, sliced
2 tbsp butter
¼ cup brown sugar
½ tsp cinnamon

For the Rum Glaze:

¼ cup rum
¼ cup brown sugar
2 tbsp water

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool.

2. Make the Cheesecake Batter:

Beat cream cheese until smooth.
Add sugar, flour, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Beat in eggs one at a time until just incorporated.

3. Bake the Cheesecake:

Pour the batter over the crust.
Bake for 50-60 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.

4. Caramelize the Bananas:

Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Add sliced bananas and brown sugar, cooking for 2-3 minutes per side until golden.
Sprinkle with cinnamon.

5. Make the Rum Glaze:

Simmer rum, brown sugar, and water in a saucepan for 2 minutes until slightly thickened.

6. Assemble:

Once the cheesecake is completely cooled, top it with caramelized bananas.
Drizzle with rum glaze before serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use GF graham crackers and flour alternatives.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooling Time: 3 hours (including chilling)
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American