Description
Layers of buttery graham cracker crust, creamy cheesecake filling, gooey caramel pecan topping, and fluffy whipped cream make this no-bake dessert a holiday showstopper. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any celebration.
Ingredients
cription: Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- â…“ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 16 oz whipped topping, divided
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup corn syrup (or maple syrup)
- 3 large eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
- Optional: extra pecans and caramel sauce for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Press firmly into a 9×13-inch dish and chill for 15 minutes.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla. Fold in half of the whipped topping and spread evenly over the crust.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, and vanilla. Cook until slightly thickened, then stir in pecans. Let cool briefly before spreading over the cream cheese layer.
- Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pecan layer, smoothing with a spatula.
- Garnish with extra pecans or caramel drizzle if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.
Notes
 Toast pecans before adding for extra flavor. Chill thoroughly for clean slices. Store covered in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American