Description
This Maple Pecan Cheesecake is a decadent blend of creamy maple-infused cheesecake and a buttery pecan crust, topped with a luscious maple pecan glaze. It’s the perfect dessert for fall gatherings, Thanksgiving, or any time you want to impress with cozy, nutty sweetness.
Ingredients
For the crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup melted butter
For the cheesecake filling:
3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup brown sugar
3 large eggs
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
For the maple pecan topping:
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
2 tbsp butter
1/4 cup brown sugar
Pinch of salt
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Optional garnish:
Whipped cream
Whole pecans
Extra drizzle of maple syrup
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
2. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, pecans, brown sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and brown sugar until smooth.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each.
5. Blend in maple syrup, sour cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until creamy.
6. Pour filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
7. Bake 55–65 minutes or until the center is nearly set. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let cool inside for 1 hour. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
8. For the topping, combine pecans, maple syrup, butter, and brown sugar in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 2–3 minutes until thickened slightly. Stir in salt and vanilla, then cool.
9. Spoon cooled topping over chilled cheesecake.
10. Garnish with whipped cream, pecans, and a drizzle of maple syrup before serving.
Notes
Use real maple syrup (not pancake syrup) for the best flavor.
Try using ginger snaps or shortbread cookies instead of graham crackers for a twist.
The topping can be made 2 days ahead and stored in the fridge.
Cheesecake freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 25 mins
- Cook Time: 1 hr
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
Keywords: maple pecan cheesecake, fall dessert, Thanksgiving cheesecake, creamy cheesecake