Banana Caramel Nut Cheesecake
Banana Caramel Nut Cheesecake is a creamy, crunchy dessert that’s perfect for any celebration. This caramel banana cheesecake will delight all who try it. Whip up this nutty banana treat, share with loved ones, and enjoy its decadent charm!
Ingredients
Graham Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 8 oz packages cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas about 2 medium
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans toasted
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce plus extra for drizzling
Topping:
- Whipped cream optional for topping
- Sliced banana optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prepare Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into pan and bake.
- Make Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar, add eggs, bananas, sour cream, vanilla, cinnamon, salt. Fold in nuts and caramel.
- Bake: Pour filling over crust and bake until set. Cool in oven, then chill.
- Serve: Drizzle with caramel, top with whipped cream and banana slices.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.
- Toasting nuts enhances their flavor.
- Cheesecake is best served chilled but can be brought to room temperature before serving.