Pecan Pie Cheesecake has a crunchy graham crust, tangy flavor and smooth, creamy cinnamon cheesecake layer and is topped with sweet crunchy pecan topping.
No Thanksgiving table is complete without pecan pie cheesecake!
This recipe combines your favorite traditional pecan pie Thanksgiving recipe with a decadent cheesecake.
Pecan Pie Cheesecake
Fall is officially here! It is time for pumpkins, pecans, apples and cooler weather.
This rich and creamy Pecan Pie Cheesecake is no exception it is a Holiday favorite in our house.
Pecan Pie Cheesecake is delicious addition to our Fall Desert collection. Great dessert to take your family and friend party this season.
How To Make Pecan Pie Cheesecake
If you have about 30 minutes to mix this up and a few hours to let it chill in the refrigerator, then you have time to make this delicious and incredibly pecan cheesecake.
So grab up your ingredients and let’s get to make some fabulous Pecan Pie Cheesecake.
There is 3 parts to making this cheesecake: the crust, the cheesecake filling and the pecan topping.
First of all is Graham crackers crust. It is just simple mixture of Graham crackers finely crushed melted butter and sugar pressed in the bottom of the pan.
Next up is the cheesecake layer which is a pretty basic cheesecake recipe.
This two layer cake of pure magical delight is amazing all by itself but why stop there when you can top it all off with a simple pecan pie topping.
In a nonstick skillet over low heat, melt butter and brown sugar until bubbly
Stir in heavy cream, cinnamon, pecans and salt until completely coated
Remove from heat and let cool and slightly thicken.
Leftovers
This cheesecake can last for one whole week in the fridge, covered. Which means you can make this dessert ahead of the holidays.
Can I Freeze This Cheesecake
To freeze no bake Pecan Pie Cheesecake, wrap in several layers of plastic wrap and place in the freezer. This cheesecake will keep, stored properly, in the freezer, for two months. I do find this cheesecake freezes best without the pecan topping. Thaw at room temperature for at least 2 hours for easier slicing.
This perfect no bake Pecan Pie Cheesecake is easy to make and perfect for any special occasion, holiday dinner or any time at all! Enjoy!
Pecan Pie Cheesecake
Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy10
servings30
minutes4
hours30
minutesPecan Pie Cheesecake has a crunchy graham crust, tangy flavor and smooth, creamy cinnamon cheesecake layer and is topped with sweet crunchy pecan topping.
No Thanksgiving table is complete without pecan pie cheesecake
Ingredients
- For the crust:
2 ½ cups Graham crackers, finely crushed
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons brown sugar
- For cheesecake filling:
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- For pecan pie topping:
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup heavy cream
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
1 ½ cups whole or chopped pecan
Directions
- To make crust:
- Finely crush the Graham crackers in a food processor, add melted butter, sugar and blend until it’s all moistened
- Press crumb mixture onto bottom of the prepared 9-inch springform pan by lightly greasing the edges of the pan with cooking spray
- Place in the freezer while you make the filling
- To make cheesecake filling:
- In medium bowl, mix cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy
- In separate bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form
- Add cream cheese mixture into beaten heavy cream mix on low speed just to combine
- Add vanilla extract and ground cinnamon and beat until incorporated
- Spread cheesecake filling over the crust
- Set in the fridge to firm
- Refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or until set
- To make pecan pie topping:
- In a nonstick skillet over low heat, melt butter and brown sugar until bubbly
- Stir in heavy cream, cinnamon, pecans and salt until completely coated
- Remove from heat and let cool and slightly thicken
- Release springform pan from cheesecake and spoon over pecan pie topping
- Serve
