Description
Indulgent caramelized banana cheesecake with rum glaze promises a luxurious dessert experience that blends creamy richness with caramelized sweetness. Rich layers of flavor and smooth textures invite you to savor each delectable bite of this irresistible treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling Ingredients:
- 24 ounces (680 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ripe bananas, caramelized
Glaze and Topping Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup dark rum
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Craft a buttery graham cracker foundation by combining crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into a springform pan, creating an even base. Bake at 350°F for 8 minutes, then allow to cool completely.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Whip cream cheese until velvety smooth, gradually incorporating sugar. Introduce eggs individually, ensuring thorough integration. Gently fold in sour cream and vanilla, mixing until just harmonized.
- Carefully transfer cheesecake mixture over the prepared crust, maintaining an even distribution. Bake for 55-65 minutes, watching for slightly jiggly center and set edges. After baking, turn off oven and leave door slightly ajar, allowing cake to rest for one hour.
- Refrigerate cheesecake for minimum 4 hours or overnight to achieve optimal texture and flavor development.
- Prepare caramelized bananas by melting butter in a skillet over medium heat. Introduce brown sugar, stirring until fully dissolved. Add banana slices, cooking until they transform into golden, glossy morsels.
- Construct rum glaze by melting butter and brown sugar in a saucepan. Pour in rum, simmering for 2-3 minutes. Optional: incorporate cornstarch slurry for enhanced thickness. Remove from heat.
- Artfully arrange caramelized bananas atop chilled cheesecake. Generously drizzle with warm rum glaze, ensuring elegant coverage.
- Slice and serve, offering additional glaze for those desiring extra indulgence.
Notes
- Softly fold cream cheese mixture to prevent air bubbles, ensuring a smooth, creamy texture without cracks.
- Use room temperature ingredients like cream cheese and eggs for better blending and consistent baking results.
- Wrap the springform pan in aluminum foil to prevent water seepage and promote even baking when using a water bath method.
- For gluten-free version, substitute graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs to maintain the crust’s delicious crunch.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg