Aunt Peggy's Cheesecake with Praline Topping Recipe

Name: Aunt Peggy's Cheesecake with Praline Topping
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted; 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 1 tablespoon sugar; 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sugar; 3 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 cup dark corn syrup; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 tablespoon sugar
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup dark corn syrup
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Crust:
3
In a medium bowl combine the butter, crumbs, and sugar until well blended.
4
Press into the bottom and 1-inch up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan, using the back of a large spoon.
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Filling:
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In a large bowl, using a hand mixer, beat the cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until creamy.
7
Pour into the prepared crust and bake for 35 to 45 minutes.
8
Be sure the center is firm before removing the cheesecake from the oven.
9
Remove the pan from the oven to a rack and allow it to cool completely.
10
Release the springform and transfer the cake to a platter to serve.
11
Praline Topping:
12
In a small heavy saucepan, stir together the brown sugar and cornstarch.
13
Stir in the corn syrup and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thick.
14
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in nuts and vanilla.
15
Cool slightly.
16
Ladle the praline topping over the cooled cheesecake and serve.
17
Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted, 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1 tablespoon sugar, 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened, and more.

Yes, Aunt Peggy's Cheesecake with Praline Topping falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Aunt Peggy's Cheesecake with Praline Topping

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