Description
Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars are a delectable dessert that masterfully combines the creamy richness of cheesecake with the sweet, nutty flavors of traditional pecan pie.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until combined. Press into the bottom of the pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently until just combined.
- Fold in half of the chopped pecans; pour mixture over crust.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
– Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing.
– Chill bars in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours for easier slicing.
– Consider adding chocolate chips or spices like cinnamon for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg