Ingredients
– 1 cup unsalted butter
– 1 cup crushed pecans
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup granulated sugar
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup sour cream
– 1 cup brown sugar
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 3 large eggs
– 1 teaspoon lemon juice
– ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Crafting this Browned Butter Pecan Cheesecake will be a delightful journey. Follow these straightforward steps to ensure success:
1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue cooking until the butter turns a golden brown color and has a nutty aroma. Make sure to stir constantly to avoid burning.
3. Prepare the Crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, crushed pecans, granulated sugar, salt, and browned butter. Stir until fully combined.
4. Form the Crust: Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even crust layer. Set aside.
5. Make the Filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add in the sour cream, brown sugar, and vanilla extract; mix until well incorporated.
6. Add Eggs and Lime: Mix in the eggs one at a time, being careful not to overmix. Finally, add the lemon juice and ground cinnamon, and blend until just combined.
7. Pour the Filling: Carefully pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in your springform pan.
8. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until the edges are set, but the center still slightly jiggles.
9. Cool Gradually: Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for another hour to cool gradually, preventing cracking.
10. Refrigerate: Once cooled, remove from the oven and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to set completely.
11. Top with Pecans: Just before serving, toast the remaining crushed pecans in a skillet over medium heat until fragrant, then sprinkle them over the chilled cheesecake.
12. Slice and Serve: Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan, slice, and serve.
This easy-to-follow guide will lead you to create a stunningly delicious Browned Butter Pecan Cheesecake that will impress anyone lucky enough to share it with you.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 28g
- Protein: 6g