Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

Indulge in the ultimate dessert mashup with these decadent Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars! Combining the rich flavors of pecan pie with creamy cheesecake, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 16 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup pecan halves
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Instructions:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×9 inch baking pan.
• In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour the mixture over the crust.
• In a small saucepan, combine pecan halves, brown sugar, corn syrup, and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved. Pour the pecan mixture over the cream cheese layer.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheesecake is set. Let it cool before refrigerating for at least 2 hours.
• Cut into bars and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

• Calories: 320
• Total Fat: 24g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 75mg
• Sodium: 220mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 23g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 18g
• Protein: 5g