Description
A rich and creamy maple pecan cheesecake with a crunchy pecan crust and luscious maple flavor, perfect for fall and festive occasions.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup maple syrup (preferably pure)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans (for topping)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, chopped pecans, sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add maple syrup and brown sugar, and beat until well combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in sour cream, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until the center is just set.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- For the topping, toast chopped pecans in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes. Drizzle with maple syrup and let cool slightly before sprinkling over the cheesecake.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture.
- Pure maple syrup gives the best flavor.
- Chill the cheesecake thoroughly for clean slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg