Description
This rich and creamy pecan caramel cheesecake is a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans, toasted
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 and 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt for the crust
- Optional: Whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and a pinch of salt. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Cheesecake Filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and continue to beat until combined. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Mix in vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust. Bake in a preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Remove from oven and let cool to room temperature.
- Prepare the Pecan Caramel Topping: While the cheesecake is cooling, toast the pecans in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Stir often. In a saucepan, gently heat the caramel sauce until it’s pourable. Stir in the toasted pecans.
- Final Assembly: Once the cheesecake has cooled, pour the pecan caramel topping evenly over the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Notes
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature to achieve a smooth filling.
- Water Bath: For a crack-free cheesecake, consider baking in a water bath, wrapping the springform pan with foil to prevent leaking.
- Cooling: Allow the cheesecake to cool gradually in the oven with the door slightly open to prevent cracking.
- Variations: Add a hint of cinnamon or nutmeg to the crust for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg