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Pecan pie cheesecake

Published: Dec 27, 2016 · Modified: Jan 24, 2023 by Louisa Clements · This post may contain affiliate links

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Inspired by a favourite holiday pie, this pecan pie cheesecake has a gooey pecan topping, graham cracker crust and cream cheese filling.

Inspired by a favourite holiday pie, this pecan pie cheesecake has a gooey pecan topping. | livinglou.com

Pecan pie is without a doubt my favourite dessert, but I’ve also fallen madly in love with cheesecake since I posted my caramel apple crisp cheesecake last year. So this recipe for pecan pie cheesecake is the perfect combination of my two favourite things. I’m not really a dessert person per se (I lean more towards the savoury side of the spectrum), but if I do choose to indulge in dessert, you can bet that there are pecans or chocolate, or cream cheese involved.

I’ve also had more time for baking, of course I made my annual Christmas cookies, but I also wanted to make a cheesecake so I took a quick browse through these cheesecake recipes because if you’re going to indulge in cheesecake, you might as well make it during the holidays! My dad loves cheesecake and he was itching to get a slice of this pecan pie cheesecake.

This holiday season has been a lot more laid back for me than last year. I feel like last year there was a holiday party or gathering every other day but this year has had a lot more R&R. Something which has been much needed considering I feel like I’ve been running on empty for the past couple of months. I’m not the best at this slowing down, relaxing thing. I don’t like to just sit at home and do nothing, I get bored really easily and always need to be doing things whether it’s out with friends or keeping myself busy at home. I don’t really know how to “shut down”, which I think is something most people can relate to, right? I think that’s why I’ve been able to keep up with this blog over the years; when I’m home in the evenings or at home on the weekend, this is what I do.

Inspired by a favourite holiday pie, this pecan pie cheesecake has a gooey pecan topping. | livinglou.com

I have only taken one day off for the holidays, but the way Christmas fell this year having an extended 4-day long weekend has been incredible to spend time with my friends and family. It’s also been nice to actually have the time to sit down and plan out what I want for this space next year, the recipes I’ll be posting, I’ve been able to update posts and put more time into social media (I’m still in love with Instagram, be sure to follow me there). I’m thinking that 2017 will have big things for this space and I’m so excited for what is to come!

A slice of pecan pie cheesecake on a glass plate.

Pecan pie cheesecake

Author: Louisa Clements
5 from 1 vote
A twist on the classic pecan pie with a velvety cream cheese centre gives this dessert a lovely tang that pairs well with the rich pecan and butterscotch topping.
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Prep: 15 minutes
Total: 6 hours 15 minutes
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Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups graham crumbs
  • 5 tbsp butter, melted, divided
  • 1.5 lbs cream cheese, softened, about 3 packages
  • 1 ¼ cups packed brown sugar, divided
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 6 eggs, divided
  • ¼ cup dark corn syrup
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Mix graham crumbs and 4 Tbsp. butter; press onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Beat cream cheese, ¾ cup sugar and vanilla with mixer until blended. Add 3 eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each; until just blended. Pour over crust.
  • Bake 30 min. Meanwhile, mix remaining sugar and butter until blended. Beat in remaining eggs and corn syrup; stir in nuts. Remove cheesecake from oven; gently spoon nut mixture over cheesecake. Return to oven.
  • Bake 40 min. or until nut mixture is set. Cool completely. Refrigerate at least 4 hours.
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Filed Under: baking, dessert
Nutrition Facts
Pecan pie cheesecake
Amount Per Serving
Calories 948 Calories from Fat 594
% Daily Value*
Fat 66g102%
Saturated Fat 32g200%
Trans Fat 0.4g
Polyunsaturated Fat 7g
Monounsaturated Fat 22g
Cholesterol 303mg101%
Sodium 644mg28%
Potassium 380mg11%
Carbohydrates 78g26%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 65g72%
Protein 15g30%
Vitamin A 2061IU41%
Vitamin C 0.2mg0%
Calcium 203mg20%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is an estimate and is provided for informational purposes only. If you have any specific dietary concerns, please consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Disclosure: This post was sponsored by KraftHeinz Canada – as always, all opinions are my own. Thank you for supporting my sponsors and allowing me to continue creating recipes like this pecan pie cheesecake recipe!

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  1. priyankadave

    May 09, 2018 at 6:06 am

    that's looks yummy and delcious thanks for sharing.
    ★★★★★

    5 stars

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    • Lou

      May 09, 2018 at 9:10 am

      Thank you! Let me know if you give it a try.
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  2. Shirley

    December 27, 2016 at 2:32 pm

    Oh my goodness! This dessert is "to die for"! My family & friends will be very impressed when I make this awesome pecan pie for them! Can it be made & frozen Miss Living Lou? If so, I might just make it for myself, slice it, wrap it in individual servings & eat it as I need something "home made" & delicious! Thank you for all of your yummy recipes during 2016 & I am looking forward to your food creations in the coming year!
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