Description
Indulge in the creamy, rich flavors of this Banana Caramel Nut Cheesecake, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, a banana-infused cheesecake filling, and topped with caramel and crunchy peanuts. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup sugar
- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- For Topping:
- 3/4 cup caramel sauce
- Sliced bananas, caramel sauce, and whole peanuts for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even layer.
- Chill the crust in the refrigerator while preparing the cheesecake filling.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and mashed bananas until fully incorporated.
- Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the chilled crust, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the chopped peanuts over the top of the cheesecake batter.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 50 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool and Garnish:
- Allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best results.
- Before serving, drizzle caramel sauce over the top of the cheesecake and garnish with sliced bananas and whole peanuts.
Notes
- Serving Suggestions: Serve this cheesecake chilled for a refreshing dessert. For a lighter version, substitute low-fat cream cheese.
- Storage: Store in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Variations: For extra banana flavor, consider adding a layer of sliced bananas between the crust and the filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg