Pecan Pie Cheesecake
Pecan Pie Cheesecake is a decadent fusion of creamy cheesecake and crunchy pecan pie, drizzled with luscious caramel sauce. This delightful dessert is perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to cozy nights in. With its rich flavors and stunning presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup pecans, toasted and roughly chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare a springform pan by lining it with parchment paper and greasing the sides.
- For the crust, mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until crumbly. Press firmly into the bottom of the pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar until creamy.
- Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
- Fold in chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for 55-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow cooling at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight. Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg