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Luxurious Caramel Pecan Cheesecake - Your New Favorite Dessert!

Indulge in the ultimate dessert experience with this luxurious caramel pecan cheesecake! Creamy, decadent, and topped with caramel and toasted pecans, it's a showstopper treat for any occasion.
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Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Baking dish for water bath

Ingredients
  

  • For the crust:
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • For the filling:
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • For the topping:
  • 1 cup caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup pecans toasted and chopped

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Crust:
  • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well mixed.
  • Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes and let cool while preparing the filling.
  • Make the Cheesecake Filling:
  • Beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition.
  • Mix in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and heavy cream until well combined.
  • Pour the filling over the prepared crust.
  • Bake the Cheesecake:
  • Place the springform pan into a larger baking dish and pour hot water into the dish until it reaches halfway up the sides of the pan (to create a water bath).
  • Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but set.
  • Turn off the oven, crack the door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  • Cool and Chill:
  • Remove the cheesecake from the water bath and allow it to cool completely at room temperature.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
  • Add the Topping:
  • Spread caramel sauce over the top of the chilled cheesecake.
  • Sprinkle the toasted pecans evenly over the caramel.
  • Serve and Enjoy:
  • Slice the cheesecake and serve with an extra drizzle of caramel if desired.