Go Back
+ servings
Browned Butter Pecan Cheesecake

Decadent Browned Butter Pecan Cheesecake Recipe to Indulge In

This Browned Butter Pecan Cheesecake combines creamy richness with toasted pecans for a delicious and indulgent dessert.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 large eggs added one at a time
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped toasted for flavor
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 4 powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Water Bath
  • 1 dish water for the water bath

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Saucepan
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter, then press into the bottom of your springform pan.
  3. In a saucepan, melt unsalted butter over medium heat until browned (5-7 minutes), then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and flour until smooth and creamy (2-3 minutes).
  5. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in sour cream, vanilla extract, salt, and cooled browned butter.
  6. Fold in chopped toasted pecans and pour filling into prepared crust.
  7. Prepare a water bath by placing a baking dish with hot water on the oven rack below your cheesecake pan.
  8. Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  9. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
  10. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  11. In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  12. Slice the chilled cheesecake and serve topped with freshly whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chilling the cheesecake overnight enhances the flavors, making it richer. Always make sure your ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!