Pecan Cheesecake Recipe
📝 Ingredients
For the crust:
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
2 tablespoons sugar
6 tablespoons melted butter
For the cheesecake filling:
3–5 packages cream cheese (softened)
1 to 1½ cups sugar (white or brown)
3–5 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the pecan topping:
1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons melted butter
½ cup corn syrup or cream
👩🍳 Instructions
Prepare the crust
Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter.
Press the mixture into the bottom of a baking pan.
Make the filling
Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in vanilla extract.
Assemble
Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top.
Prepare the pecan topping
Mix pecans, brown sugar, butter, and syrup (or cream).
Spread it evenly over the cheesecake.
Bake
Bake at 160°C (325°F) for about 55–60 minutes until set.
Cool & chill
Let it cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Pro Delish
🍰 Tips
Don’t overmix the batter to avoid cracks.
Let it chill well—it tastes better the next day.
Serve with caramel drizzle for extra flavor.
