Pecan Pie Cheesecake combines the rich creaminess of cheesecake with the gooey sweetness of classic pecan pie. This indulgent dessert is perfect for holidays and can be served as easy-to-slice bars or as a stunning round cheesecake.
Author:Elena
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:40 minutes
Total Time:65 minutes
Yield:24 bars
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups graham crackers
1 cup pecans, finely chopped
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/2 cup melted butter
24 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans (for topping)
1/2 cup light brown sugar (for topping)
1/3 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup butter
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Pulse graham crackers, pecans, and brown sugar in a food processor until fine. Add melted butter and pulse again to combine.
Press the crust mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish and bake for 10 minutes.
Clean the food processor. Add cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, eggs, flour, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until very smooth.
Pour cheesecake filling over the baked crust and tap gently to remove air bubbles.
Bake for 40 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Cool completely.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, cream, butter, cinnamon, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
Pour the pecan topping over the cooled cheesecake and spread evenly.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use a serrated knife for cleaner slices and wipe the knife between each cut.
To make a round cheesecake, use a 9.5-inch springform pan, press crust up the sides, and bake for 50–60 minutes.
You can substitute gluten-free graham crackers and use cornstarch instead of flour for a gluten-free version.
Dairy-free cream cheese and sour cream can be used, though texture will vary slightly.