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Banana Caramel Nut Cheesecake

  • Author: Sally Thompson
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Chill Time: 4 hours
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8-10 servings 1x

Description

This Banana Caramel Nut Cheesecake is a rich and indulgent dessert that combines the creamy goodness of banana-infused cheesecake with a decadent caramel drizzle and a crunchy nut topping. Set on a chocolate cookie crust, this dessert is perfect for any special occasion or as a delightful treat for banana and caramel lovers!

Ingredients

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For the Chocolate Cookie Crust:

  • 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • ¼ cup melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar

For the Banana Cheesecake Filling:

  • 2 (8-ounce) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream

For the Caramel Topping:

  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

For the Toppings:

  • 1 banana, sliced
  • ½ cup chopped toasted nuts (pecans or walnuts)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8-10 minutes. Let cool.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  2. Add mashed bananas, eggs, vanilla extract, and sour cream. Mix until fully combined.
  3. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.

Step 3: Bake the Cheesecake

  1. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  2. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 30 minutes.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 4: Prepare the Caramel Sauce

  1. In a small saucepan, heat brown sugar, heavy cream, and butter over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
  2. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
  3. Let the caramel cool slightly before pouring over the cheesecake.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve

  1. Before serving, top the cheesecake with banana slices and toasted nuts.
  2. Drizzle the caramel sauce generously over the top.
  3. Slice and enjoy!

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Find it online: https://sallymeals.com/banana-caramel-nut-cheesecake/