Caramelized Banana Cheesecake Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) Glaze
Experience the ultimate dessert indulgence with Caramelized Banana Cheesecake topped with a luscious Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free) glaze. This delightful treat marries the creamy richness of cheesecake with sweet, caramelized bananas, creating a flavor profile that is both unique and satisfying. Perfect for any occasion—be it birthdays, holidays, or cozy family dinners—this cheesecake is sure to impress your guests with its beautiful presentation and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Best of all, it’s made without alcohol, making it suitable for all ages.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 ripe bananas, sliced
- 1/4 cup Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Brown sugar and cinnamon for caramelizing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press into a springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar, flour, vanilla extract, and eggs until just combined.
- Pour batter into crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly. Cool in the oven for an hour.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add bananas and brown sugar. Cook until golden brown.
- Simmer Vanilla Extract (Alcohol-Free), brown sugar, and water in a saucepan until thickened.
- Top cooled cheesecake with caramelized bananas and drizzle with glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg