Description
Indulge in the creamy, rich flavors of Bananas Foster Cheesecake—a delightful dessert that perfectly combines the classic cheesecake with the warm, caramelized goodness of bananas foster. This heavenly treat enchants with every bite, making it ideal for celebrations or cozy family gatherings. With an easy-to-follow recipe, this cheesecake is sure to impress both novice and experienced bakers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz Philadelphia cream cheese (at room temperature)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 3 ripe bananas (sliced)
- ¼ cup dark rum
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter until crumbly, then press into a springform pan to form the crust. Bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add granulated and brown sugars while mixing well.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition. Pour in heavy cream and mix until just combined.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and add sliced bananas. Sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon; caramelize the mixture.
- Carefully stir in dark rum and cook until bubbly.
- Pour the banana topping over the baked cheesecake before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For an extra flavor twist, substitute graham cracker crust with an Oreo base. Allowing the cheesecake to chill overnight enhances its flavor and texture.