The layers in these Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars are truly irresistible. A graham cracker crust, sweet cheesecake filling, and pecan pie topping come together in every bite, making these bars a standout among holiday dessert recipes.
The combination of sticky-sweet pecan pie and soft, creamy cheesecake makes these bars a delicious twist on a classic. Even better, they’re especially convenient when Thanksgiving dinner includes a crowd.
The bars can be sliced ahead of time so guests can easily grab a piece from the dessert buffet. There’s no need to cut and serve individual pie slices throughout the meal.
Each bar has all the familiar goodness of pecan pie paired with a rich cheesecake base. It’s a fun way to give a traditional Thanksgiving dessert a slightly unexpected twist.
For a smooth, creamy filling, use an electric stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment. Beat the cheesecake ingredients until fluffy, smooth, and creamy, which should take just a few minutes.
When adding the pecan layer, pour the mixture slowly over the cheesecake using a spoon. This helps keep the nut mixture from sinking to the bottom.
Store the cheesecake bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They taste especially good served cold.
BEST Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars
Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars are a creamy sweet dessert that you’re going to fall in love with. From the graham cracker crust, to the sweet cheesecake filling and the pecan pie topping, this holiday dessert receives rave reviews from everyone!
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 18 full size grahams)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the cheesecake layer:
- 2 packages (8 ounce each) cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the pecan pie layer:
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
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