Heavenly Pecan Pie Cheesecake
Heavenly Pecan Pie Cheesecake is a luscious dessert that beautifully merges the creamy indulgence of cheesecake with the nutty sweetness of pecan pie. Each slice reveals a buttery graham cracker crust topped with a rich filling adorned with crunchy pecans, delivering a delightful flavor experience. Perfect for holidays or any gathering, this cheesecake will impress your guests and evoke warm memories with every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in granulated and brown sugars, then add sour cream until blended.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Fold in chopped pecans gently.
- Pour the mixture over the crust and bake for 55-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly.
- Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 95mg