Description
A rich and creamy cheesecake with a pecan caramel topping, perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
- Crust: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- Crust: 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Crust: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Filling: 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- Filling: 1 cup granulated sugar
- Filling: 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Filling: 3 large eggs
- Topping: 1 cup pecan halves
- Topping: 1 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Step 2: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter for the crust; press into the pan.
- Step 3: Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
- Step 4: Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth; add eggs one at a time.
- Step 5: Pour filling over the crust and bake for 55 minutes.
- Step 6: Cool completely, then top with pecan halves and caramel sauce.
- Step 7: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Chill thoroughly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 30g
- Fat: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 8g