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Pecan Pie Cheesecake

Pecan Pie Cheesecake
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Indulge in the creamy delight of Pecan Pie Cheesecake, a scrumptious fusion of rich cheesecake and sweet, nutty pecan pie flavors. This dessert is perfect for special occasions or cozy nights at home, making it an instant crowd-pleaser. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious topping of brown sugar-glazed pecans, this cheesecake not only tastes divine but also makes for an impressive centerpiece. Easy to prepare and make ahead of time, it’s a festive treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Ingredients

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  • Cooking spray
  • 3 (8-oz.) blocks cream cheese, softened
  • 1 c. packed brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 c. sour cream
  • 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 sleeve graham crackers, finely crushed
  • 5 tbsp. butter, melted
  • 1/4 c. packed brown sugar
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 4 tbsp. butter
  • 1/2 c. packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 c. heavy cream
  • 1 3/4 c. whole or chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease an 8" or 9" springform pan with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together softened cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in sour cream, flour, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
  3. In another bowl, combine crushed graham crackers with melted butter, brown sugar, and salt. Press this mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust and bake for about 1 hour 30 minutes or until slightly jiggly in the center. Turn off the oven and let it cool with the door ajar for an hour.
  5. Refrigerate for at least five hours or overnight.
  6. For the topping, melt butter with brown sugar over low heat, then stir in cinnamon, heavy cream, pecans, and salt until well coated.
  7. Serve chilled with generous helpings of pecan topping.

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