Description

This Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze is an elegant and indulgent dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, golden caramelized bananas, and a rich rum glaze that adds a tropical flair.

Ingredients

1 cup graham crackers, crushed (use gluten-free if needed)

5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)

16 oz full-fat cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)

1 tbsp vanilla extract

3 eggs, beaten

3 large bananas, sliced

1/4 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup dark rum (or rum extract for non-alcoholic)

3 tbsp unsalted butter (for rum glaze)

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter and sugar until combined.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 8 minutes, then cool completely before adding the filling.
Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (163°C). Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually mix in sugar.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing just until combined. Stir in sour cream and vanilla extract until the batter is silky and smooth.
Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top. Bake for 55–65 minutes until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles.
Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool slowly for about 1 hour. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
To caramelize the bananas, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, add brown sugar, and stir until melted. Add banana slices and cook 3–4 minutes until golden and caramelized.
For the rum glaze, combine brown sugar, butter, and dark rum in a small saucepan. Simmer gently until slightly thickened, about 3–5 minutes.
Top the chilled cheesecake with caramelized bananas and drizzle with warm rum glaze before serving.

Notes

Use fresh ripe bananas for best caramelization and texture.

Cool the cheesecake gradually to prevent cracking.

For a nutty twist, add crushed pecans or walnuts to the crust mixture.

Make the glaze non-alcoholic by using rum extract or caramel syrup.

Prepare the topping fresh before serving for a glossy finish.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 480
Sugar: 36g
Sodium: 260mg
Fat: 31g
Saturated Fat: 18g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 145mg