Description
This irresistible pecan cheesecake pie is a dessert masterpiece that blends two beloved classics—rich cheesecake and gooey pecan pie—into one show-stopping slice. With its creamy vanilla cheesecake base, buttery pecan topping, and flaky crust, it’s perfect for holidays, easy dessert nights, or any time you’re looking for easy recipe ideas that impress. Whether you’re searching for a quick breakfast treat, easy dinner dessert, or just some new food ideas, this pecan cheesecake pie will hit the sweet spot.
Ingredients
1 crust 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
16 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup sour cream (optional)
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup (or maple syrup)
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). If using homemade crust, roll it into a 9-inch pie plate and chill while preparing the filling.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add granulated sugar and beat until combined. Mix in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and sour cream.
3. Pour cheesecake mixture into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and salt. Stir in chopped pecans.
5. Gently spoon the pecan mixture over the cheesecake layer.
6. Place pie on a baking sheet and bake for 50–60 minutes, until the edges are set and the center slightly jiggles. Tent crust with foil if browning too fast.
7. Cool pie completely at room temperature, then chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
8. Slice and serve with whipped cream or caramel drizzle if desired.
Notes
Let the pie chill completely for clean slices and best flavor.
Lightly toast pecans before mixing for deeper nutty flavor.
You can prepare this pie a day ahead—it tastes even better after chilling overnight.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg