Easy Caramel Pecan Cheesecake

Cheesecake is believed to have originated in ancient Greece and was served to athletes during the first Olympic Games held in 776 BC.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 200 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Easy Caramel Pecan Cheesecake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs 20 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Graham cracker crumbs
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 package Cream cheese, softened
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.75 cup Caramel sauce
• 0.5 cup Chopped pecans
• 0.5 cup Whipped cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan to form the crust.
3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
5. Drizzle the caramel sauce over the top of the cream cheese mixture. Use a knife to swirl the caramel into the cream cheese mixture.
6. Sprinkle the chopped pecans over the top.
7. Bake for 60 minutes or until the center is set.
8. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
9. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool completely.
10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
11. Serve chilled with whipped cream and additional caramel sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 28g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.