Description
Elevate your dessert game with this Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze, a decadent treat that combines the rich flavors of creamy cheesecake, sweet caramelized bananas, and a hint of rum. Perfect for special occasions or casual gatherings, this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. The smooth cream cheese filling pairs beautifully with the sticky bananas and glossy glaze, creating an unforgettable dessert experience. Whether served chilled or at room temperature, this delightful recipe is easy to follow and perfect for bakers of all skill levels.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced thick
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp dark rum
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a springform pan and bake for 8 minutes.
- Lower the oven to 325°F (163°C). Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream and vanilla until combined.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and bake for 55-65 minutes. Cool in the oven with the door cracked open for an hour.
- Chill cheesecake for at least four hours or overnight.
- In a skillet, melt butter and brown sugar to caramelize banana slices until golden. Set aside.
- For the glaze, melt butter with brown sugar in a saucepan, stir in rum, and simmer.
- Top chilled cheesecake with caramelized bananas and drizzle with warm rum glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (118g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg