“Decadent Caramel-Pecan Christmas Cheesecake: A Festive 10-Step Masterpiece”
A rich and creamy caramel-pecan cheesecake, perfect for Christmas celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 5 hours (includes cooling time)
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs: the base for the crust
- 1/2 cup butter, melted: binds the crust
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened: the main cheesecake ingredient
- 1 cup sugar: adds sweetness
- 3 eggs: gives structure
- 1 tsp vanilla extract: enhances flavor
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce: for drizzling
- 1 cup chopped pecans: adds crunch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake crust for 10 minutes. Let it cool.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time.
- Stir in vanilla extract. Pour over crust.
- Bake for 50 minutes or until set. Cool completely.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle pecans on top.
Notes
- Use room-temperature cream cheese for smoother mixing.
- Chill cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Toast pecans for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg