Irresistible 5-Star Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze
Summary:
Indulge in a decadent dessert that’s bursting with tropical flavor—our Irresistible 5-Star Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze is the ultimate showstopper. Creamy banana-infused cheesecake, a crunchy graham cracker crust, and a silky rum glaze come together in this unforgettable treat. Whether you’re impressing dinner guests or satisfying a serious sweet tooth, this dessert delivers big flavor and five-star satisfaction every time.
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes + chilling
Servings: 12 slices
Calories per serving: ~470 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Caribbean-Inspired
Ingredients:
For the Graham Cracker Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 24 oz (3 packages) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Caramelized Bananas:
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
For the Rum Glaze:
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp butter
- Pinch of salt
Equipment:
- 9-inch springform pan
- Mixing bowls
- Stand or hand mixer
- Spatula
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Baking sheet
- Aluminum foil
- Cooling rack
Instructions:
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, cinnamon (if using), and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated and resemble wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Use the bottom of a glass or measuring cup to flatten it evenly.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.
