Pecan Pie Cheesecake Delight (Print Version)

Creamy cheesecake layered with rich pecan pie topping for a sweet, buttery dessert experience.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 1/3 cup melted butter
03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar

→ Cheesecake

04 - 24 oz cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 3 large eggs
07 - 1 tsp vanilla extract

→ Pecan Topping

08 - 1 cup chopped pecans
09 - 1/2 cup brown sugar
10 - 1/4 cup corn syrup
11 - 2 tbsp butter
12 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
13 - 1/4 cup heavy cream

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture into bottom of 9-inch springform pan. Bake 10 minutes and cool.
02 - Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.
03 - Pour filling into cooled crust. Bake 55 to 60 minutes until center is almost set. Turn off oven, leave cheesecake inside with door ajar for 1 hour.
04 - Combine pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, vanilla extract, and heavy cream in saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thickened, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly.
05 - Refrigerate cheesecake at least 4 hours or overnight. Spread pecan topping evenly before serving.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven and then chill overnight ensures a creamy texture and reduces cracks.