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Dreamy Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

Dreamy Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars That You'll Crave Daily

Delight in these Dreamy Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars, a perfect fusion of creamy cheesecake and nutty pecan pie flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 ½ cups Graham Crackers Can substitute with digestive biscuits.
  • ¼ cup Granulated Sugar Can use brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Can replace with coconut oil for dairy-free.
For the Cheesecake Layer
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Use full-fat for best results.
  • 3 large Large Eggs Replace with flaxseed meal for a vegan option.
  • 1 tbsp Pure Vanilla Extract Can use vanilla bean paste for more flavor.
For the Pecan Topping
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown works.
  • ½ cup Light Corn Syrup Maple syrup can be used as substitute.
  • ¼ cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be used as a lighter alternative.
  • 2 cups Pecans Substitute with walnuts or almonds if desired.
  • ¼ tsp Salt Essential for taste, but can be omitted.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • saucepan
  • baking dish
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 13x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Pulse together graham crackers, granulated sugar, and melted butter until combined. Press into the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Pour over the crust.
  4. Combine brown sugar, corn syrup, heavy cream, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until it boils, then add pecans and vanilla.
  5. Drizzle pecan topping over the cheesecake layer and bake for about 35 minutes until set with a slight jiggle.
  6. Allow to cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Toasting pecans enhances flavor.

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