Thanksgiving Dessert Mashup
I love a good dessert recipe mashup. You know, two favorite desserts packed into one fabulous treat! This holiday recipe combines a silky cheesecake and gooey pecan pie. And, of course, it features a classic graham cracker crust. Every bite is just the right balance of sweet, tangy, nutty, crunchy, and wonderfully creamy. In a word, they are perfect. Not only does Pecan Pie Cheesecake taste amazingly delicious, but it’s also easy to make as either a traditional round cheesecake or as fun handheld bars. Or try both… One to share at your next potluck, and the other to keep all for yourself. This Pecan Cheesecake recipe is seriously that good.
Pecan Pie Cheesecake
How do you choose whether to make Pecan Pie Cheesecake as bars or as a round cheesecake? One of the main benefits of making Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars is that they take a bit less time to bake. While a traditional cheesecake requires 50-60 minutes in the oven, a 9X13-inch slab bakes for only about 30-40 minutes. Plus, the individual bars are perfect for pre-slicing and serving at parties and large holiday dinners. However, I am also a big fan of a beautiful classic cheesecake. Making this Pecan Pie Cheesecake recipe in a springform pan does take longer to bake, but you wind up with thicker layers. It’s great for enjoying with family and friends for an impressive birthday or special occasion treat!
Ingredients You Need
No matter which way you choose to make Pecan Pie Cheesecake, your dessert will feature three deliciously decadent layers: A classic graham cracker crust, a smooth cheesecake middle, and a luscious caramel and pecan topping. Here are all the Pecan Pie Cheesecake Ingredients…
To make the crust you need:
Graham Crackers Pecans Light Brown Sugar Butter
Here is what you need to make the cheesecake filling:
Cream Cheese Sour Cream Sugar Large Eggs All-Purpose Flour Vanilla Extract Salt
The topping for these pecan pie dessert bars is simply out of this world. It’s crunchy, sweet, and has the most amazing holiday flavor from a touch of cinnamon.
These are the ingredients needed to make the Pecan Pie topping:
Pecan Light Brown Sugar Heavy Cream Butter Ground Cinnamon Salt
How to Make Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars
Thick, rich slices of Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars are perfect for serving at potlucks and holiday dinner parties. They are super easy to make and take less than an hour to prepare. You do need to chill Pecan Pie Cheesecake bars in the fridge before enjoying them – but this just means our recipe is great for making ahead for a truly stress-free dessert!
Here’s how to make gooey, decadent Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars…
After you get the cheesecake out of the oven and cool, begin making the Pecan Pie Topping.
Tips & Tricks
To serve, cut with a serrated knife. Wipe the knife with a wet paper towel between cuts for clean, neat slices. Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. But I doubt they’ll last that long!
How to Make Pecan Pie Cheesecake as a Round Cake
This sweet, scrumptious recipe can easily be tweaked to make a classic round cheesecake.
How Long Will Leftovers Last?
Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. But I doubt they will last that long!
Can I Freeze This Recipe?
You can keep this recipe in the freezer for 2 to 3 months, well wrapped, then thaw it in the fridge overnight.
Can I Use Dairy-Free Cream Cheese and Sour Cream?
Sure! The texture will be slightly different, but the bars will still taste great!
What If I Do Not Own A Food Processor?
You can place the ingredients for the crust in a large zip bag and beat them with a rolling pin. Then use an electric mixer for the cheesecake filling.
Can This Can Be Made In A 9 x 13 Inch Metal Pan?
Yes, usually, when you use metal pans, you increase the baking temperature by 25 degrees. The baking time should be about the same.
Can I Make This Cheesecake Gluten-Free?
Yes! Look for gluten-free graham crackers to use in the crust. Then in the cheesecake, use cornstarch instead of flour.
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