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Brown Butter Pecan Cheesecake

Brown Butter Pecan Cheesecake: 8 Irresistible Layers


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  • Author: Anna
  • Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Brown Butter Pecan Cheesecake features a rich, nutty brown butter cookie base loaded with chewy oats and crunchy pecans, layered beneath a smooth cream cheese filling.


Ingredients

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  • ¾ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 10-inch cast iron skillet.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the unsalted butter until golden brown.
  3. Remove from heat and transfer to a large mixing bowl to cool slightly.
  4. Whisk in white sugar and brown sugar until combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract, whisking until smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix baking soda, salt, all-purpose flour, rolled oats, and chopped pecans.
  6. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and fold until just combined.
  7. In a clean bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese, pure maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Spoon about two-thirds of the cookie dough into the skillet, pressing gently to form the bottom layer.
  9. Pour the cheesecake filling over the cookie base and spread evenly.
  10. Crumble the remaining cookie dough over the top of the cheesecake layer.
  11. Bake for 25-35 minutes until set and golden brown.
  12. Cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  13. Remove from fridge 20 minutes before serving, slice, and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Serve with a scoop of ice cream for a delightful treat.
  • This dessert is great for holidays and family gatherings.
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg