Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze
This Caramelized Banana Cheesecake with Rum Glaze is rich, creamy, and absolutely decadent! The buttery graham cracker crust holds a smooth banana-infused cheesecake, topped with golden caramelized bananas and a boozy, luscious rum glaze. Whether for a special occasion or an indulgent treat, this cheesecake is a show-stopping dessert that will have everyone asking for seconds!
INGREDIENTS:
For the Crust:
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
¼ cup melted butter
1 tablespoon sugar
For the Cheesecake Filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
¾ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup mashed ripe bananas
¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon dark rum (optional, for extra depth)
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
For the Caramelized Bananas:
2 ripe bananas, sliced
2 tablespoons butter
¼ cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon dark rum
For the Rum Glaze:
¼ cup butter, melted
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup dark rum
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
DIRECTIONS:
1. Prepare the Crust:
Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake for 8–10 minutes, then let cool.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add eggs, one at a time, mixing after each addition.
Mix in vanilla, mashed bananas, sour cream, and dark rum.
Stir in flour until fully incorporated.
3. Bake the Cheesecake:
Pour the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.
Place the springform pan in a water bath (wrap the bottom in foil and place in a larger pan with 1 inch of hot water).
Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
4. Make the Caramelized Bananas:
In a pan, melt butter over medium heat.
Stir in brown sugar and cook until bubbly.
Add sliced bananas and cook for 1–2 minutes per side.
Pour in dark rum, cook for 30 seconds, then remove from heat …
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