Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Toast 1 cup of pecans in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes.
- Melt 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until browned.
- Combine 1 ½ cups of graham cracker crumbs and 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar in a mixing bowl. Add the browned butter and mix.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool slightly.
- Beat 24 ounces of cream cheese, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¾ cup brown sugar, and 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until smooth.
- Add ¾ cup sour cream and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture and blend until incorporated.
- Incorporate 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing on low until combined.
- Fold in the toasted pecans and cooled browned butter.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Prepare a water bath and bake for approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
- After baking, turn off the oven and crack the door, allowing the cheesecake to cool for 30 minutes.
- Whip together ½ cup of heavy whipping cream, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon until soft peaks form.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving, topped with whipped cream and pecans.
Nutrition
Notes
Watch the butter closely while browning and ensure the crust resembles wet sand before pressing it into the pan.