Description
This Cinnamon Pecan Pie Cheesecake combines two classic desserts into one irresistible treat — creamy cheesecake, gooey pecan pie topping, and a hint of cinnamon spice. 🍰✨ Follow these 7 expert tips for the perfect holiday dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
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- For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 6 tablespoons melted butter
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- For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup sour cream
- For the Pecan Topping:
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Tip 1: Use room-temperature ingredients for a smooth cheesecake batter.
- Tip 2: Press the crust firmly into the pan to prevent crumbling.
- Tip 3: Don’t overmix the cheesecake batter — this helps prevent cracks.
- Tip 4: Bake the cheesecake in a water bath for even, creamy texture.
- Tip 5: Chill the cheesecake at least 6 hours (or overnight) before topping.
- Tip 6: Simmer the pecan topping until thickened, then cool slightly before pouring.
- Tip 7: Serve chilled and garnish with extra pecans or whipped cream for a festive finish!
Notes
💡 Tip: To prevent cracks, turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour before refrigerating. Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Recipes, Cheesecake
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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