Description
A delightful combination of rich cheesecake and classic pecan pie, these Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars are the perfect indulgence for any dessert lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup corn syrup
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking pan to form the crust.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking pan.
- In another bowl, combine corn syrup, brown sugar, salt, and chopped pecans.
- Pour the pecan mixture over the cheesecake layer.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until set.
- Allow to cool before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark corn syrup.
- Serve with whipped cream for added decadence.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg