Description

Craving a rich, nutty, and creamy dessert that melts in your mouth? This Butter Pecan Cheesecake is the ultimate indulgence — the kind of dessert that impresses with every bite. It blends the comforting crunch of toasted pecans, the silkiness of cream cheese, and the buttery sweetness of caramel into one stunning cheesecake. Whether you’re looking for elegant dinner ideas, an easy recipe for special occasions, or new dessert food ideas to wow your guests, this cheesecake delivers.

Its sweet aroma, irresistible texture, and stunning appearance make it a top pick for anyone searching for quick breakfast desserts, indulgent dinner finales, or just healthy-ish snacks to satisfy a sweet tooth in style. From the first smooth bite to the last crunchy pecan topping, you’ll want to savor every forkful.

Ingredients

Crust:

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

¼ cup packed brown sugar

½ cup unsalted butter, melted

Cheesecake Filling:

3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 cup sour cream

¾ cup chopped toasted pecans

Topping:

½ cup caramel sauce

¾ cup whole toasted pecans

Instructions

Prepare the crust: Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.
Make the filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, then eggs one at a time. Mix in vanilla and sour cream. Fold in chopped pecans.
Bake: Pour filling over crust. Place pan in a water bath and bake for 60–70 minutes, until center jiggles slightly.
Cool and chill: Cool in oven with door cracked for 1 hour. Let cool at room temp, then chill in the fridge for at least 6 hours.
Add topping: Drizzle caramel sauce and top with whole pecans before serving.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Chill Time: 6+ hours
Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Category: Dessert