Banana Caramel Peanut Cheesecake Recipe

Q: What’s the best way to make this cheesecake at home? A: Start with a graham cracker crust, then blend cream cheese, sugar, banana purée, eggs, and vanilla for the filling. Bake low and slow for an hour, chill overnight, and top with homemade caramel and roasted peanuts before serving.

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Q: Can I make a no-bake version? A: Yes! Mix softened cream cheese, mashed bananas, caramel sauce, and whipped topping, then set it in the fridge for 6 hours. You’ll get the same creamy texture without the hassle of baking — perfect for summer desserts.

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Q: How do I make the best version possible? A: The secret is balance — use ripe bananas, a pinch of salt in your caramel, and lightly roasted peanuts for crunch. Chill the cheesecake overnight and serve it cold so each layer — banana, caramel, and peanut — shines.

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Description

This Banana Caramel Peanut Cheesecake is a dreamy, creamy dessert layered with banana-infused cheesecake filling, buttery caramel sauce, and crunchy roasted peanuts. It’s the perfect blend of sweet, salty, and nutty — a true showstopper for any occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:
1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp sugar
For the Filling:
24 oz cream cheese (softened, preferably Philadelphia)
3 ripe bananas (mashed)
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs (room temperature)
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup caramel sauce
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Caramel Topping:
1 cup sugar
6 tbsp butter
½ cup heavy cream
Pinch of salt
½ cup chopped roasted peanuts

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Make the crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the pan’s bottom and bake for 8–10 minutes. Let cool.
Prepare the filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add mashed bananas, sour cream, caramel, and vanilla.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing on low just until combined.
Pour the batter over the cooled crust. Bake for 55–60 minutes until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
Cool gradually: Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and rest the cheesecake for 1 hour. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
Make the caramel: In a saucepan, melt sugar until golden, stir in butter, then slowly add cream. Mix until smooth, add salt, and cool.
Assemble: Pour cooled caramel over the chilled cheesecake and sprinkle roasted peanuts on top.
Serve and enjoy! Slice and drizzle extra caramel if desired.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for extra sweetness and smooth texture.

Chill overnight for a creamy, firm result.

For a no-bake version, skip baking and refrigerate for at least 6 hours before topping.

Add a light pinch of salt to caramel to balance the sweetness.

Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 cheesecake)
Calories: 490 kcal
Sugar: 38 g
Sodium: 260 mg
Fat: 33 g
Saturated Fat: 19 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 44 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 8 g
Cholesterol: 135 mg

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