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Pecan Pie Cheesecake

A decadent fusion of classic pecan pie and creamy cheesecake, layered together for the ultimate holiday dessert everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling:

  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Pecan Pie Topping:

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
  • 2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
  • 3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream and vanilla.
  • 4. Pour cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is just set. Let cool completely.
  • 5. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt. Cook over medium heat until bubbling, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and pecans.
  • 6. Cool slightly, then pour the pecan mixture over the cheesecake.
  • 7. Chill at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, toast your pecans before adding them to the topping.
  • To prevent cracks, bake the cheesecake in a water bath.
  • Best served chilled with whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

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