Description
Creamy banana caramel peanut butter cheesecake delivers a luxurious dessert experience that blends rich flavors in perfect harmony. Smooth layers of indulgence promise to satisfy sweet cravings with each delectable bite you savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 packages (8 ounces / 226 grams each) cream cheese, softened
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters / 4 fluid ounces) peanut butter
- 3 large eggs
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams / 4 ounces) melted butter
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) sugar
Topping and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 cup (200 grams) sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters / 4 fluid ounces) caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) chopped peanuts
Instructions
- Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by greasing the surface and preheat the oven to 325F (163C) for optimal baking conditions.
- Create the graham cracker crust by thoroughly mixing crumbs with melted butter and sugar, then firmly press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a compact base.
- Using an electric mixer, blend cream cheese and sugar until achieving a silky smooth texture, incorporating eggs individually and ensuring thorough mixing after each addition, then gently fold in vanilla extract.
- Separate the cream cheese mixture into two distinct portions: infuse one section with creamy peanut butter and the other with mashed ripe bananas and caramel sauce.
- Layer the cheesecake by carefully pouring the banana-caramel mixture over the crust, then delicately introducing the peanut butter mixture on top, using a knife to create elegant marbled swirls.
- Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes until the center is nearly set but retains a slight wobble, then allow to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes, loosening the edges with a knife before completing a 1-hour cooling process.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours or preferably overnight to achieve optimal setting and flavor development.
- Prior to serving, enhance the presentation by drizzling additional caramel sauce and sprinkling chopped peanuts across the surface for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese to room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing that ensures a creamy cheesecake texture.
- Use ripe, spotty bananas for deeper flavor and natural sweetness, which enhances the overall dessert profile.
- Prevent cheesecake cracking by baking in a water bath and avoiding overmixing the batter, which can incorporate too much air.
- Customize for dietary needs by substituting graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives and using low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 507 kcal
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 305 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg