Nilla Praline Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Nilla Praline Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 66 NILLA Wafers, divided; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup butter or margarine , melted; 3 (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup sour cream; 1 tsp vanilla; 3 eggs; 25 KRAFT Caramels; 3 tbsp milk; 1/2 cup pecans, chopped & toasted

Servings: persons

1
HEAT oven to 325
2
CRUSH 50 wafers finely; mix with 1/4 cup sugar and margarine.
3
Press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
4
Stand remaining wafers around edge, pressing gently into crust to secure.
5
BEAT cream cheese and remaining sugar in large bowl with mixer until well blended.
6
Add sour cream and vanilla; mix well.
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Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating on low speed after each just until blended.
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Pour over crust.
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BAKE 45 to 50 min.
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or until center is almost set.
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Run small knife around rim of pan to loosen cake; cool before removing rim.
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Refrigerate 4 hours.
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Microwave caramels and milk on HIGH 1 min.
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or until caramels are completely melted, stirring every 30 sec.
15
Cool slightly.
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Pour over cheesecake; top with nuts.
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*** NOTE If using a dark nonstick springform pan, reduce oven temperature to 300F.
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***** PRALINE CHEESECAKE BARS***** Prepare recipe as directed in 13x9-inch pan, increasing Nilla Wafers around edge to 22.
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Bake 40 to 45 min.
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or until center is almost set.
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hint**** I would saute my pecans in butter before topping, to give a candied pecan flavor.

928

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* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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: 66 NILLA Wafers, divided, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup butter or margarine , melted, 3 (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened, and more.

Yes, Nilla Praline Cheesecake 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Nilla Praline Cheesecake

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Variations & substitutions

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