Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

from myhomemaderecipe.com
120 min
16 servings

These Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars blend two favorite desserts into one amazing treat. A graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake layer, and sweet pecan topping make these bars irresistible.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs.
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted.
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, room temperature.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar.
  • 2 large eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt.
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream.
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup (or dark).
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter.
  • 2 cups chopped pecans.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper, lightly spray with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Mix graham cracker crumbs and 1/4 cup sugar in food processor. Add melted butter, pulse to mix. Press into baking dish, bake 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    While crust bakes, mix cream cheese, 3/4 cup sugar, eggs, vanilla, and salt for about 5 minutes until smooth. Pour over baked crust, bake 20-30 minutes until just set with slight jiggle.

  4. 4

    In a small pot, mix brown sugar, corn syrup, heavy cream, 1/4 cup butter, salt, and vanilla. Boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook 1 more minute, then add pecans.

  5. 5

    Pour pecan mix over cheesecake layer, spread evenly. Bake 40 minutes until golden and bubbly.

  6. 6

    Cool on wire rack, then chill in fridge at least 4 hours or overnight.

  7. 7

    Lift bars out with parchment, cut into squares. Serve chilled or room temp.