Introduction
If you love cheesecake and enjoy the sweet, tropical taste of ripe plantains, this Caramelized Plantains on Cheesecake recipe is your dream come true! The combination of creamy cheesecake, crispy golden plantains, and a luscious caramel sauce makes every bite absolutely unforgettable.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply spoiling yourself, this dessert is a showstopper.

Ingredients

For the Cheesecake:

• 2 cups crushed graham crackers or cookies (for the crust)

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 3 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened

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• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 3 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup sour cream

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For the Caramelized Plantains:

• 2 ripe plantains (yellow with black spots), sliced diagonally

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter

• 1/2 cup brown sugar

• 1/2 tsp cinnamon

• Pinch of salt

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Optional Caramel Sauce:

• 1/2 cup heavy cream

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1/4 tsp vanilla

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Directions

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