This Caramel Banana Xango is a rich, creamy Banana Cheesecake filled pastry, rolled in cinnamon & sugar and topped with ice cream, bananas, walnuts and drizzled with caramel sauce!
I have good news! Did you know that Mother’s Day on May 11th is also Eat What You Want Day?
You know what that means, right? We get out our eatin’ pants. 🙂
Now, I want you to get good and ready – because we’re making this absolutely fantastic and totally addictive Caramel Banana Xango!
Honestly, as I’m sitting here writing this and eating this for breakfast, I almost feel like I should be arrested for inappropriate table manners.
I am moaning in culinary ecstacy with every single bite. It’s just that good.
Let me give you the back story… Years ago, after an exhausting and vigorous golf game, my husband and I would go to Gordy’s restaurant to indulge in their mouth-watering steaks and a potato with all the fixings. What we were really doing though, is trying to get through the meal so we could have a Caramel Banana Xango for dessert. It was heaven! Unfortunately, Gordys is long gone, but I’ve never forgotten that dessert!
Which gets me to the reason I am having it for breakfast. I realized I simply couldn’t live without one of the best things I’ve ever eaten. And, if I was going to have it again, I’d have to make it myself. It was the same day I learned Mother’s Day is also Eat What You Want Day. Coincidence? I think not.
The tortilla will puff up while you bake it and is pliable and chewy, not flaky like a regular pastry. It gives great contrast in texture to the creamy center! There are bananas in the cheesecake filling, as well as bananas on top, so the banana cheesecake filling has a predominant banana flavor. And when topped with homemade caramel sauce – it’s amazing.
Try it! You won’t be disappointed!!!
Enjoy!
Caramel Banana Xango
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 banana mashed
Pastry
- 4 flour tortillas
- 4 tablespoons butter melted
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Topping
- caramel sauce homemade or store bought
- walnuts chopped
- 1/2 banana sliced
Instructions
- Place cream cheese and sugar in a mixing bowl and mix on medium to medium-high speed. Add vanilla and mashed banana until thoroughly mixed.
- Place a generous amount of banana and cream cheese mixture down the center of each tortilla, leaving a 1" space between the top and the bottom of the tortilla.
- Fold in the top and bottom ends at the 1" mark, then roll the tortilla, sealing all sides. Gently secure tortilla with a toothpick.
- Brush tortillas on all sides with melted butter and roll all sides (and ends) in cinnamon and sugar mixture. Place on a parchment lined cookie sheet several inches apart (tortillas will puff when cooked). Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Remove from oven.
- REMOVE THE TOOTHPICKS BEFORE SERVING!!! 🙂
- Place tortillas on a serving plate. Top with one scoop of ice cream, sliced banana, chopped walnuts and drizzle with caramel sauce.
Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says
My first thought was, “what in God’s name is a Xango?” This thought was quickly followed by another equally pressing question, “how quickly can I make this? Because I clearly need this in my life!” Banana cream cheese filling? Cinnamon sugar! homemade caramel! Yuuuummmm!!
Oh and I don’t give a hoot that Mother’s Day is “Eat what you want day” because around here, that’s everyday! 😉 Buuuut my mom will probably want to know, so I’ll pass that fun fact along to her!
Kristi says
Lindsey I seriously ALOL (actually laughed out loud ;-)) at your comment!!! I think my neighbors probably thought I was crazy laughing outside (by myself) today on my patio. Yes, it is absolutely THAT nummy. I’ve had it several days in a row now and I have to admit, I’m not ashamed to say it was always for breakfast!
Lindsey @ American Heritage Cooking says
I think we need to start a “thing” – ALOL could be the next big acronym! Can you TM an acronym? I’m pretty sure your neighbors already thought you were weird for eating a Xango for breakfast several days in a row…just sayin’.
Why don’t I have any tortillas in my fridge right now?!!? Life is so cruel!
Kristi says
I think you may be on to something! 🙂 I’m SURE my neighbors think I’m nuts! If you only saw my Ice Light (for lighting my photography) and me standing on the table in the middle of the night or at 2 in the morning to get a top down shot (like I often do)…you’d most certainly think I was nuts. It’s pretty scary looking. Hahaha! And yes, I’m ALOL! 🙂
Mademoiselle Gourmande says
There’s nothing more to say than this.. 🙂
Kristi says
I know, right? 😉 Crazy good!
Cindy @ Pick Fresh Foods says
Kristi, my mouth is watering! This looks divine! Seriously!! I’m oohing and aching and I don’t even have one…yet. I love that it is baked! I’m super excited and can’t wait to make some 😀
You’ve also given me the best news, which I will share with my family right after I finish typing. Mothers’ day…I can have what ever I want!! Oh yeah!
Pinning!!
Kristi says
Glad you love it – and YES, be SURE to tell your family that Mother’s Day is not only YOUR day, but that you get to do EXACTLY what you want!!! Cheers my friend, and thank you so much for the pin!!!
marcie says
I’m gettin’ on my eatin’ pants and joining you, Kristi — this looks too good to be true! Bananas, caramel, cream, and a sugary tortilla? I’m so in. Pinning!
Kristi says
Thanks for the pin, Marcie! Yes, eatin’ pants are definitely in order for this one! 🙂
Monica says
Oh boy! I love bananas and this sounds ridiculous! How terrific that you re-created this dish for yourself at home so you won’t have to live without it. And I love your concept of Mother’s Day! : ) I think I’ll wear my extra-wide eating dress instead of pants altogether. ; )
Kristi says
Hahahaha! I actually LOL’d at the eating dress – I’m with you Monica!!! I’m with you!
Ruby @ The Ruby Red Apron says
Delicious is not enough to describe this! My mouth is seriously watering… haha! The cheesecake filling sounds to die for. And I love how you plated it! Very elegant!
Kristi says
Thanks Ruby – so fun to decorate, but sssooo much better to eat! 🙂
Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says
Kristi, thank you for introducing me to a xango! I’ve never seen or heard of one before, but geez it’s about time. Banana cheesecake, cinnamon, sugar, ice cream, caramel…hello?! Can it get any better? This looks like such a special treat, I’m just imagining how decadent it tastes!
P.S. Love your instruction step #5. I bet with all the excitement over the intoxicating aroma wafting from the oven, I’d totally forget about those toothpicks! 🙂
Kristi says
Until Gordys (years & years ago!!!), I hadn’t either, but I’ll never forget them! Gordys were fried (not baked) and they didn’t have walnuts – but trust me – you need all those ingredients in one delicious sweet in your life. And the toothpicks in Step #5? Don’t ask me how I know that. Hahahaha! Been there done that!!! I was sssooo wondering why I couldn’t cut through the tortilla. Duh! 🙂
dina says
this looks amazing!
Kristi says
Thanks Dina – it is! 🙂 I hope you try it! I think you’ll love it.
Johlene says
Love this idea it´s like a parcel of baked cheesecake.. with bananas and caramel.. and cinnamon.. no wonder it´s named Xango.. which by the way rhymes with mango and tango.. (both names I like and both equally exotic sounding like Xango..haha) Happy week friend! xoxo
Kristi says
Hahahaha! I actually LOL’d at this Johlene – I LOVE the way you think! Mango, Tango, Xango! Love it! They all sound so festive!!!
Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says
Oh My Godness! This does look like the best thing I’d ever eat indeed! So much awesomeness in such a cute package. I love love love this!
Kristi says
Thanks Consuelo – although I think a few exercise runs are in order after this! 🙂 Cheers, my friend!
Jamie@Milk N Cookies says
Oh my — this looks incredible. I love bananas and cheesecake, and of course cinnamon is delicious with almost anything. This looks like such a fun and creative dessert/breakfast/anytime snack. Can’t wait to try this!
Kristi says
I’m so glad you like it Jamie – it is really, really good – you won’t be disappointed!
Kelly says
Holy moly – this looks ah-mazing Kristi! I am bananas over banana treats and yay for eating what I want for Mother’s Day! I’m game and totally can’t wait to dig out my eating pants 🙂
Kristi says
Hahaha! I love my eating pants! I think they’re made for recipes just like these!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
I don’t think I’ve ever used tortillas and turned them into something sweet. These look right up my alley though. Love the flavor combo.
Have a beautiful Wednesday Kristi!
Kristi says
The tortillas worked perfectly for this Melanie! They puffed in the microwave and made the perfect packaging for the banana cheesecake goodness! Have a beautiful week!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says
Oh, bananas and caramel! Sounds divine! And you rolled the tortillas up so perfectly. I’m a hot mess when it comes to that. Pinning!
Kristi says
Thanks for the pin Christin! Have a beautiful week!
Helen @ Scrummy Lane says
Hi, Kristi! These honestly sound amazing. I think this is fantastic that you had this for breakfast on ‘eat what you want’ day. We foodies need to support these things, after all.
And … you’ve presented it sooo nicely. I love the little caramel ‘dots’ you have at the front!
Kristi says
Thanks Helen! Those dots were after several attempts at trying to do something fancier! Hahaha! Have a beautiful week!
Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says
Eat What You Want Day sounds like an amazing holiday!!! And I DEFINITELY want to eat these… holy yum do they look delicious!
Kristi says
I’m so glad you like it Jess! Just say ‘yes’ to Eat What You Want Day! Hahaha! Have a beautiful week!
Chris @ Shared Appetite says
Haha I wear my “eatin’ pants” every day of the week! Maybe that’s why I now am re-commencing operation stop being a fatty. Man, I just love to eat!
This looks phenomenal! Such a great idea for Cinco de Mayo dessert! Pinning 🙂
Kristi says
Doh! Why didn’t I think of that!!! It’s totally perfect for Cinco de Mayo! Thanks for the pin – and the Doh! moment! Hahaha!
Ashley says
Oh gosh, this looks delicious! And it’s so pretty too! With the caramel .. I mean I can never say no to caramel. I can see why you’d eat this for breakfast!
Kristi says
Caramel – one of my favorite things – no matter what time of day it is! 🙂 Have a great week Ashley!
Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says
This looks so good it should be illegal! The banana’s cancel out the sugar, right? It’s basically like eating a fruit salad? Because that’s what I’m telling myself!
Kristi says
Hahahahaha! I love your thought process Natalie! 🙂
Jessica @ Jessiker Bakes says
Umm, yum?!! This looks so pretty, and the caramel is driving me crazy in the best way possible! I love this unique dessert Kristi!
Kristi says
Thanks Jessica – you will love it when you taste it too! 🙂
Sara {Home is Where the Cookies Are} says
Oooo. I love the use of the tortillas here! And wow. Yes. Eatin’ pants – those are called Fat Pants in our house. I’m rolling them out now. . . . This looks uh-mazing!
Kristi says
Thanks Sara – they are definitely fat pants worthy! 🙂 Have a wonderful weekend!
Ashley @ My Midwest Table says
Totally agree! Mother’s Day is also Eat What You Want Day. And I’m aaaaaaall about it. 🙂 This looks amazing. Love bananas and cheesecake. I need to make this happen! Rather, my husband and boys need to make this happen. For me!
Kristi says
Exactly! I love the way you think Ashley! I hope that you make this! Have a great weekend!
Kathy @ Olives & Garlic says
WOW, I want this now. It looks delicious and it’s calling my name. Drool
Kristi says
So glad you like it Kathy – I’ll join you and we’ll both indulge! 🙂 Have a great weekend!
Daniela @ FoodrecipesHQ says
Never heard of Xango but I’m totally in love with with a Cheesecake filled pastry… Amazing dessert!
Kristi says
Thanks Daniela! The cheesecake part is pretty amazing! Have a great weekend!
Kloe @ Kloe's Kitchen says
My, this does look amazing! What a combination, banana, cinnamon, sugar, and cream-cheese! I think I have an idea of what to do for my mom on Mother’s Day! Thanks!
Kristi says
Thanks Kloe – try it and you will be addicted to it for sure! 🙂
Renee@Two in the Kitchen says
Girl, you are a genius!! This looks amazing!!! And I seriously want several forkfuls of this awesomeness in my mouth right now!!!! 🙂
Kristi says
I have to admit – this is a good one. Addictive and sigh. Fabulous. 🙂 Have a great week Renee!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
Woah! Now this is a dessert I must have ASAP. That caramel sauce is calling my name!
Kristi says
Hahaha – I know, right? You’ll love this dessert Ashley!
Christie says
I would love to have this dessert for Mother’s Day. What fantastic flavor and crunch.
Kristi says
Thanks Christie – this is one of our favorite desserts – it is amazing!
Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says
This looks great. I won’t be serving it for Mother’s Day, but possibly my husband’s birthday that is a few days after–his favorite flavors!
Kristi says
I’m so glad you like it Kristen. It’s one of our very favorites! Have a great weekend and a fabulous Mother’s Day.
Cynthia/What A Girl Eats says
Wow! That looks like my kind of dessert! Great for Cinco de Mayo!
Kristi says
Thanks Cynthia – we absolutely LOVE this dessert. So rich and decadent, so I’m glad you like it!
Kimmi says
I had this in a local restaurant about 10 yrs ago. When the restaurant closed, I thought the dessert was lost to me forever. THANK YOU!!!!!!