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Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

A delightful dessert combining the rich flavors of pecan pie with the creamy texture of cheesecake, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened 2 packages of 8 ounces each
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and ½ cup of granulated sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the remaining ½ cup of sugar, light corn syrup, chopped pecans, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker crust, then pour the pecan topping mixture over the cheesecake layer.
  5. Bake for 40-45 minutes until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Let cool at room temperature for 60 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 120 minutes before cutting into bars.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalProtein: 5gSodium: 200mg

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