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Description
A creamy cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, topped with a rich pecan pie filling.
Ingredients
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- For the Crust: 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- For the Cheesecake Filling: 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- For the Pecan Topping: ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Make the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes, then remove and let cool. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (160°C).
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and ¾ cup sugar with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract and sour cream until just combined. Do not overmix. Pour filling over the cooled crust.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly when gently shaken. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour. Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until thoroughly chilled.
- Make the Pecan Topping: In a medium saucepan, melt ½ cup butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, ¼ cup sugar, 1 egg, vanilla extract, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring constantly, then remove from heat. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Assemble: Pour the cooled pecan topping over the chilled cheesecake. Gently spread evenly. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes to allow the topping to set slightly before serving.
Notes
- For best results, ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing.
- Do not overmix the cheesecake filling to prevent cracking.
- Allow the cheesecake to chill completely for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 min
- Cook Time: 65 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg