Description
This Banana Caramel Nut Cheesecake is the ultimate easy dessert for any occasion—rich, creamy, and layered with sweet banana flavor, buttery caramel, and crunchy nuts. Perfect for dessert lovers looking for indulgent food ideas, this easy recipe works beautifully as a holiday treat, dinner party centerpiece, or make-ahead dessert. With its smooth texture and bold flavor combination, it’s one of those dessert ideas you’ll come back to again and again.
Ingredients
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup melted butter
3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup brown sugar
3 ripe bananas, mashed
3 large eggs
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1 cup caramel sauce
2 bananas, sliced (for topping)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into a springform pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes and let cool.
2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add brown sugar and mix until creamy.
3. Blend in mashed bananas, then add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each.
4. Stir in heavy cream and vanilla extract until smooth and silky.
5. Pour filling over crust. Place pan in a water bath and bake at 325°F (160°C) for 55–65 minutes.
6. Turn off oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
8. Before serving, top with banana slices, caramel sauce, and chopped nuts.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and smooth texture.
Always use a water bath to prevent cracks and ensure even baking.
Add toppings just before serving to keep bananas fresh and nuts crunchy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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