Description
Pecan Pie Cheesecake Layer Bars are a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of pecan pie with creamy cheesecake, all in a convenient bar form.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the baking dish.
- In another bowl, combine corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Pour the pecan mixture over the cheesecake layer.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until set.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars and serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use toasted pecans.
- These bars can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Serve with whipped cream for an extra treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Pecan Pie, Cheesecake, Layer Bars, Dessert