Cheesecake Pecan Pie

⏱ 55 mins 🍽 8 serving(s) 🏷 Pie

This dessert merges two beloved classics into one indulgent pie. A smooth cream cheese layer is topped with chopped pecans and a rich, sweet filling made from corn syrup and eggs. Baked until set, it offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavours in every slice. Ideal for serving a crowd, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for holiday gatherings or special dinners.

Cheesecake Pecan Pie

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 4 eggs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shells

Method

  1. Combine the cream cheese with one egg and 1 teaspoon of vanilla, beating until smooth.
  2. Transfer this creamy mixture into the unbaked pie shell, spreading it evenly.
  3. Scatter the chopped pecans over the cream cheese layer.
  4. In a separate large bowl, whisk the remaining three eggs until they become light and frothy.
  5. Stir in the light corn syrup, 1/4 cup of sugar, salt, and the second teaspoon of vanilla.
  6. Mix this filling thoroughly once more.
  7. Carefully pour the egg and syrup mixture over the pecans in the pie shell.
  8. Place in an oven preheated to 375 degrees and bake for 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted near the centre comes out clean.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium335000 mg

Recipe details

CategoryPie
AuthorGeorge Clement