Description
A rich, creamy cheesecake topped with glossy caramelized pecans, perfect for Christmas, Thanksgiving, and all holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
2 cups graham crumbs
1/4 cup brown sugar
6 tbsp melted butter
Filling
24 oz cream cheese
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
1 cup sour cream
2 tsp vanilla
Pecan Topping
1 cup pecans
1/3 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
Pinch salt
Instructions
Prepare crust and bake lightly.
Mix cheesecake filling until smooth.
Bake until set.
Prepare pecan topping on stove.
Pour topping on cooled cheesecake.
Chill 4 hours or overnight.
Notes
Use toasted pecans for richer flavor. Replace syrup with maple for deeper taste.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Party Food
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: Approx. 520 per slice