Marx Brothers Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Marx Brothers Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup unsalted butter, plus; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temp; 1/2 cup toasted pecans, plus; 1 tablespoon toasted pecans, finely ground; 2 cups graham cracker crumbs; 6 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, room temp; 2 cups sugar; 2 large eggs; 3 large egg yolks; 2 teaspoons vanilla; 1/2 cup sour cream

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
2
Rub 2 tablespoons butter over bottom and up sides of 10 inch springform pan with 3 inch high sides.
3
Add pecans, shaking and turning pan to coat bottom and sides.
4
Mix cracker crumbs with remaining 1/4 cup butter in small bowl.
5
Press into bottom of pan.
6
Using an electric mixer, beat cream cheese in large bowl until softened.
7
Add sugar, eggs, yolks, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
8
Fold in sour cream.
9
Pour batter into prepared pan.
10
Bake until knife inserted 2 inches from center comes out clean, about 1 1/2 hours.
11
Turn off oven.
12
Leave cheesecake in oven 20 minutes.
13
Transfer to rack and cool completely.
14
Refrigerate overnight.
15
Release pan sides from cheesecake.
16
Transfer to platter.
17
Cut into slices.

1611

kcal

Calories

111

Fat

114

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup unsalted butter, plus, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temp, 1/2 cup toasted pecans, plus, 1 tablespoon toasted pecans, finely ground, and more.

Yes, Marx Brothers Cheesecake falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Marx Brothers Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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