Description
Pecan pie cheesecake is a delightful fusion of two beloved desserts, offering a creamy cheesecake base topped with crunchy pecans and a luscious caramel drizzle. This decadent treat is perfect for family gatherings and holiday celebrations, ensuring that each slice delivers an unforgettable flavor experience. With its stunning visual appeal and rich textures, this cheesecake will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Caramel sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the pan to form the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth; add granulated and brown sugars until fluffy.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract gently.
- Fold in pecans and corn syrup until evenly distributed in the filling.
- Pour the filling over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes or until slightly jiggly at the center.
- Allow cooling before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight. Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg