Description
A rich and creamy cheesecake infused with the flavors of banana, caramel, and nuts, perfect for dessert lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add the vanilla extract and eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the mashed bananas and half of the caramel sauce.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, drizzle the remaining caramel sauce on top and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use ripe bananas.
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Can be topped with whipped cream for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Banana Caramel Nut Cheesecake, cheesecake recipe, dessert, banana dessert