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Dreamy Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

Dreamy Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars for the Perfect Sweet Treat

Enjoy these Dreamy Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars, a delightful blend of creamy cheesecake and pecan pie flavors on a crunchy crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 2 cups Graham Crackers Can substitute with gluten-free graham crackers.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can be reduced for less sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Use salted butter for a different flavor.
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure at room temperature.
  • 3 large Large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Use high-quality for best flavor.
For the Pecan Topping
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Light Corn Syrup Maple syrup can be used for a flavorful twist.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or omit for nut-free.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 13x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Crush the graham crackers and mix with granulated sugar and melted butter, then press into the baking dish.
  3. Bake the crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  4. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, eggs, and vanilla until creamy. Pour over warm crust.
  5. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, heavy cream, and butter. Stir until thickened, then add pecans and salt.
  6. Drizzle the pecan mixture over the cheesecake layer and bake for an additional 35 minutes.
  7. Let cool for 30 minutes, then chill for at least 4 hours before slicing.
  8. Slice and serve chilled, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Customize nuts based on preference.

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