Caramelized Banana Cheesecake Rum Glaze (Print Version)

Banana cheesecake with graham crust, caramelized banana topping, and rum glaze for decadent tropical flavor.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker or cookie crumbs
02 - 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
03 - 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter

→ Cheesecake Filling

04 - 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 3 large eggs
07 - 3/4 cup sour cream
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 2 ripe bananas, mashed
10 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

→ Caramelized Banana Topping with Rum Glaze

11 - 3 ripe but firm bananas, sliced or cubed
12 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
13 - 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
14 - 2 tablespoons dark rum
15 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
16 - Pinch of salt

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Press evenly into the base of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool completely.
02 - Beat cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer. Gradually add granulated sugar, mixing until incorporated. Add eggs one at a time, beating briefly after each addition. Stir in sour cream, vanilla extract, mashed bananas, and flour just until combined. Do not overmix.
03 - Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Place the filled springform pan inside a larger pan and fill the outer pan with hot water to create a water bath. Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until the center is just set. Turn off oven, crack oven door, and let cheesecake cool in oven for 1 hour. Remove from oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
04 - Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt; stir until bubbly. Add sliced bananas and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Pour in rum and simmer for 1 minute, allowing the glaze to thicken. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
05 - Remove chilled cheesecake from the springform pan. Spoon caramelized banana topping over the surface, letting the rum glaze gently cascade over the edges. Slice and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients you probably already have on hand
  • Packs in big banana flavor without being heavy or overly sweet
  • Stunning presentation for guests or special occasions
  • Can be made ahead for easy entertaining
02 -
  • Makes enough for twelve generous servings
  • High in protein from eggs and dairy plus potassium from bananas
  • Can be made gluten free or alcohol free with simple swaps
03 -
  • Let cheesecake cool slowly in the oven after baking to prevent cracks
  • Wipe your knife clean between slices for perfect presentation
  • Do not rush the caramelization step for the topping The sauce thickens dramatically in just another minute and the rum flavor really develops with the extra time

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