Banana Caramel Peanut Butter Cheesecake

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For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 1f36a
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 1f9c8
For the Cheesecake Filling:
3 cups cream cheese, softened 1f9c0
1 cup granulated sugar 1f36c
1 cup smooth peanut butter 1f95c
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1f366
3 large eggs 1f95a
1/2 cup heavy cream 1f95b
For the Caramel Layer:
1 cup granulated sugar 1f36c
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed 1f9c8
1/2 cup heavy cream 1f95b
For Topping:
2 bananas, sliced 1f34c
1/4 cup chopped peanuts 1f95c
Caramel sauce 1f36e
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1️⃣ For the Crust:
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
2️⃣ For the Cheesecake Filling:
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
Add peanut butter and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.
Stir in the heavy cream.
Pour the filling over the cooled crust.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set.
Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
3️⃣ For the Caramel Layer:
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar, stirring constantly until it turns a golden brown color.
Add the butter, stirring until melted.
Slowly add the heavy cream, stirring until smooth.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Pour the caramel over the chilled cheesecake, spreading evenly.
Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4️⃣ For Topping:
Arrange banana slices on top of the cheesecake.
Sprinkle with chopped peanuts.
Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
Enjoy 1f6091f95c1f95c
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