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Browned Butter Pecan Cheesecake

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A rich and creamy cheesecake featuring brown butter and toasted pecans, topped with caramel sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cups cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (for browning)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and press into a springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  3. Beat cream cheese with sugar until silky smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing in vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the baked crust.
  5. Melt 1/2 cup of butter in a saucepan until golden brown, then stir in chopped pecans.
  6. Drizzle the browned butter and pecan mixture over the cheesecake filling.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  8. Cool at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator. Drizzle with caramel sauce before serving.

Notes

Serve chilled. Pairs well with whipped cream or ice cream. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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