Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Butter Pecan Cheesecake, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and a delightful pecan topping. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract, then pour the mixture over the crust.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Cool to room temperature, then chill for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, consider topping the cheesecake with additional toasted pecans or a drizzle of caramel sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg