Directions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes, then allow it to cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract and sour cream until the filling is silky.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes until the center is just set. Allow to cool completely.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, butter, heavy cream, and corn syrup. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Add chopped pecans and vanilla extract. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until thickened.
- Let the pecan topping cool slightly before pouring it over the cheesecake.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
Recipe Details
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Chill time: 2 hours
Total time: 3 hours
Servings: 8–10
Difficulty: Medium
Variations & Substitutions
- Use digestive biscuits instead of graham crackers for the crust.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon to the pecan topping for warmth.
- Substitute maple syrup for corn syrup for a richer flavor.
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
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