Description
Pecan Pie Cheesecake combines creamy cheesecake with gooey, nutty pecan pie flavors. This easy dessert is ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter (melted)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 9-inch springform pan.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press into the pan and bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
- In a saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and corn syrup until melted. Stir in eggs, vanilla, and pecans, then pour into the crust.
- Beat cream cheese until fluffy, add sugar and flour, then eggs one at a time. Pour the mixture into the crust.
- Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to 200°F and bake for 50-55 minutes. Cool in the oven with door ajar.
- Chill for at least 6 hours. Prepare topping and pour over the cheesecake before serving.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling.
Toast pecans for enhanced flavors.
Cheesecake tastes better the next day, so consider making it in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 150mg