Best 12 Butterscotch Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with Butterscotch Caramel Pecan Cheesecake, a decadent treat that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. This luscious cheesecake features a creamy, velvety filling swirled with rich butterscotch and caramel, all nestled on a buttery pecan crust. Each forkful unveils a harmonious blend of textures, from the smooth filling to the crunchy pecans, topped with a drizzle of decadent caramel sauce. This recipe offers a step-by-step guide to creating this masterpiece, along with additional delightful variations to satisfy any sweet craving. Embark on a culinary journey and treat yourself to the ultimate cheesecake experience!

**Additional Recipe Variations:**

1. **Salted Caramel Pecan Cheesecake:** Elevate the classic with a sprinkle of sea salt over the caramel sauce, adding a delightful salty-sweet contrast to the creamy filling.

2. **Chocolate Butterscotch Caramel Pecan Cheesecake:** Create a chocolate lover's paradise by adding melted chocolate to the butterscotch filling, resulting in a decadent triple threat of flavors.

3. **Bourbon Butterscotch Caramel Pecan Cheesecake:** Infuse the butterscotch filling with a hint of bourbon for a sophisticated twist, adding a touch of warmth and complexity to the cheesecake.

4. **White Chocolate Raspberry Butterscotch Caramel Pecan Cheesecake:** Combine the best of both worlds with a layer of white chocolate raspberry filling swirled into the butterscotch caramel, creating a delightful medley of flavors and colors.

5. **Mini Butterscotch Caramel Pecan Cheesecakes:** Create individual-sized cheesecakes by baking the batter in muffin tins, perfect for parties or as a sweet treat to enjoy on the go.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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Categories     Cake

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

●1 3/4 cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs
●1/3 cup butter, melted
●3/4 cup granulated sugar
●1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
● 1 2/3 cups (11-ounce package) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Butterscotch Flavored Morsels, divided
●4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, at room temperature
● 1 can (14 ounces) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Sweetened Condensed Milk
●1/4 cup all-purpose flour
●2 teaspoons vanilla extract
●4 large eggs, slightly beaten
●1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
●Whipped topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325° F. Wrap outside bottom and side of 9-inch springform pan with double layer of heavy-duty foil.
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar and nuts in medium bowl. Press crumb mixture onto bottom and 1-inch up side of prepared pan.
  • Remove 2 tablespoons of morsels and set aside for garnish. Heat milk and remaining morsels in medium saucepan over low heat until morsels are melted and mixture is smooth; remove from heat. Cool to room temperature.
  • Beat cream cheese, remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar, flour and vanilla extract in large mixer bowl until combined. Add butterscotch mixture; beat until smooth. Add eggs, beat just until combined. Pour into prepared pan. Place pan in large roasting pan; fill roasting pan with warm water half way up side of springform pan.
  • Bake for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours or until 2 1/2-inch area around outside edge appears set when gently shaken. Carefully remove cheesecake from water. Pull foil away from pan and lift springform pan out of foil to wire rack. Cool on wire rack for 15 minutes. Run knife around edge of cheesecake. Cover; refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
  • Remove side of pan. Spread caramel topping over top of cheesecake. Pipe outer edge of cheesecake with whipped topping. Garnish with reserved morsels, if desired.

CARAMEL PECAN CHEESECAKE



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This was in my local newspaper, and I tried it for a Super Bowl party. It's really good, VERY rich -- pretty easy too. Makes a lot, so I think it could be easily halved. (Prep/Cook time does NOT include 4 hours of refrigeration needed)

Provided by newspapergal

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 55m

Yield 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, divided
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
32 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon vanilla
1/2 cup sour cream
3 eggs
1 (14 ounce) bag caramels, divided
2 tablespoons water, divided

Steps:

  • Mix crumbs, 1/2 cup pecans, granulated sugar and butter.
  • Line 13x9-inch baking pan with foil; press crumbs firmly onto bottom of pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
  • Beat cream cheese, brown sugar, flour and vanilla with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
  • Mixture will be pretty thick.
  • Add sour cream; mix well.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended.
  • Place 36 caramels and 1 tablespoon water in microwavable bowl.
  • Microwave on high 1 minute or until caramels are completely melted when stirred.
  • Add melted caramels to cream cheese batter; stir until well blended.
  • The caramel will become kind of stringy through the batter as the caramels cool.
  • Pour over crust.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until center is almost set.
  • Sprinkle cheesecake with remaining 1/2 cup pecans.
  • Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
  • ****The recipe calls for melting the remaining caramels and 1 Tbsp of water and drizzling over it, but I did this when I made it and found that the caramel immediately cools and becomes very very sticky.
  • I think next time I make it, I will use some caramel ice cream topping to drizzle on top instead.

BUTTERSCOTCH CARAMEL CHEESECAKE



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This recipe comes from a Nestle Tollhouse recipe card. It uses butterscotch chips, caramel topping and sweetened condensed milk.

Provided by Margie99

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 8h25m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3/4 cups finely crushed graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup butter, melted
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1 (11 ounce) package butterscotch chips
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
4 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs, slightly beaten
1/4 cup caramel ice cream topping
whipped topping (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Wrap outside bottom and side of 9-inch springform pan with a double layer of heavy duty foil.
  • Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs, butter, sugar and nuts in a medium bowl. Press crumb mixture onto bottom and 1 inch up the sides of the prepared pan.
  • Filling: Remove 2 T of the butterscotch chip to reserve for garnish. Heat remaining chips and condensed milk in a medium saucepan over low heat until chips are melted and mixture is smooth, remove from heat. Cool to room temperature.
  • Beat cream cheese, sugar, flour and vanill extract in a large mixing bowl until combined. Add butterscotch mixture, beat until smooth. Add eggs, beat until just combined.
  • Pour into prepared pan. Place pan in a large roasting pan, fill the roasting pan with warm water until halfway up the side of the springform pan.
  • Bake for 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours or until 2 1/2 inch area around the outside edge appears set when gently shaken.
  • Remove cheesecake from water. Pull foil away from pan and lift springform pan out of foil to wire rack. Cool on wire rack for 15 minutes. Run knife around edge of cheesecake, cover and refrigerate for 6 hour or overnight.
  • to serve; remove sides of the pan. Spread caramel topping over top of the cheescake. Pipe outer egde with whipped topping and garnish with reserved butterscotch chips.

CARAMEL PECAN CHEESECAKE



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I created this creamy cheesecake using two of my favorites—caramel and pecans. It is a stunning cake and rivals any I've tasted. -Deidre Sizer, Cedarville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups crushed shortbread cookies
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) caramel ice cream topping
1 cup chopped pecans, divided
5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-3/4 cups sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
2 large egg yolks, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
SOUR CREAM TOPPING:
2 cups sour cream
1/3 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine cookie crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 10-in. springform pan. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 325°., Meanwhile, stir 1/4 cup flour into caramel topping. Reserve 1/3 cup caramel mixture and 2 tablespoons pecans. Drizzle remaining caramel mixture over crust; sprinkle with remaining pecans. , In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and remaining flour until smooth. Beat in eggs and yolks just until combined. Stir in cream. Pour into crust; place springform pan on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until center is almost set, 65-70 minutes., For topping, combine sour cream and sugar; carefully spread over warm filling. Bake until topping is set, 10-12 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. , Chill for 8 hours or overnight, covering when completely cooled. Remove sides of pan. Just before serving, drizzle with reserved caramel mixture; sprinkle with reserved pecans. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 858 calories, Fat 58g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 255mg cholesterol, Sodium 510mg sodium, Carbohydrate 72g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CARAMEL PECAN CHEESECAKE



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A simple cheesecake with a spiced crust and a caramel pecan topping.

Provided by LADYDELTA

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 4h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup graham cracker crumbs
½ cup ground pecans
3 tablespoons white sugar
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon apple pie spice
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ cup margarine, melted
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
½ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 eggs
¼ cup caramel ice cream topping
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, ground pecans, sugar, cinnamon, apple pie spice and nutmeg. Pour in the melted butter. Mix well and press into the bottom of a 9 inch springform pan.
  • In a large bowl, Beat cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar and vanilla until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Pour filling into crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 70 minutes, or until filling is set. Allow to cool.
  • In a small bowl, combine caramel topping and chopped pecans. Spread evenly over cooled cheesecake. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 72.1 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 232 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

BUTTER PECAN CHEESECAKE



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I have made this cheesecake for years and it is always a big hit. Note: you will need a springform pan. It freezes well; thaw in refrigerator before serving.

Provided by PGS

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup chopped pecans
⅓ cup butter, melted
⅓ cup white sugar
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
½ cup white sugar
3 eggs
2 cups sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/2 cup pecans, butter, and 1/3 cup white sugar in a food processor; pulse until evenly combined. Press mixture in the bottom and partly up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Beat cream cheese and 1/2 cup white sugar together in a bowl using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add sour cream and vanilla extract and mix well; fold in 1 cup pecans. Pour cream cheese mixture over crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Reduce oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) and continue baking for 50 minutes more. Turn off oven, open door slightly, and let cake sit in oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 533.9 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 138.5 mg, Fat 44.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 21.9 g, Sodium 303.5 mg, Sugar 18 g

PECAN CARAMEL CHEESECAKE



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Categories     Cake     Food Processor     Mixer     Egg     Dessert     Bake     Cream Cheese     Pecan     Sour Cream     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 18

For crust
seven 5- by 2 1/2-inch graham crackers
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted and cooled
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
For filling
2 pounds cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups firmly packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
For topping
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup pecan halves, toasted lightly and cooled

Steps:

  • Make crust:
  • In a food processor grind graham crackers and pecans fine and in a bowl stir together with butter. Press mixture into bottom of a 9- by 2 1/2-inch springform pan. Chill crust 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Make filling:
  • In a bowl with an electric mixer beat cream cheese until light and fluffy. Add brown sugar gradually, beating until combined well. Beat in flour and add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Add sour cream, vanilla, and salt, beating until combined well.
  • Pour filling into crust and bake in middle of oven 1 hour, or until edges are just set but middle trembles slightly. (Cheesecake will continue to set as it cools.) Turn off oven and cool cheesecake in oven with oven door propped open about 6 inches until cooled completely, about 2 hours.
  • Make topping:
  • In a dry heavy saucepan cook 1/2 cup sugar over moderately low heat until melted. Cook sugar, swirling pan, until a deep caramel. Add remaining 1/2 cup sugar and cream and simmer, stirring occasionally, until caramel dissolves. Simmer mixture, without stirring, until it registers 225°F. on a candy thermometer and remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla and cool to room temperature.
  • Pour topping over cheesecake, spreading evenly. Arrange pecans decoratively on top and chill cheesecake, covered, overnight. Remove side of pan.

PECAN CARAMEL CHEESECAKE



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Make and share this Pecan Caramel Cheesecake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 lbs cream cheese
1 cup granulated sugar
1 egg yolk
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup pecan pieces
1 pinch sea salt

Steps:

  • Preheat over to 350. In a medium bowl mix the crust ingredients (graham cracker crumbs, butter, sugar) until thouroughly combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • For the cheesecake, mix the cream cheese and sugar until well incorporated. Add the eggs one at a time, and mix completely after each addition. Add the vanilla extract and mix until blended.
  • Pour the cheesecake mixture into the pan. Bake until ready (about 40 minutes). Let cool completely.
  • For the caramel, combine the sugar and 1 tablespoon of water in a small saucepan. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Let boil until amber in color. Immediately add the butter and stir to incorporate. Remove from heat, add the heavy cream, and mix well. Let cool to room temperature.
  • Pour the caramel over the cheesecake and scatter the pecan and sea salt over the top.

BUTTER PECAN CHEESECAKE



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I just saw this on a cooking show on TV this morning. Butter pecan is one of my favorite flavors, and the minute this came on the TV I started scribbling.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine, melted
1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped
24 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
16 ounces sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon butter flavoring
1 cup pecans, finely chopped and toasted

Steps:

  • Combine cracker crumbs, 1/3 cup sugar, butter, and half cup pecans, mixing well.
  • Reserve 1/3 cup mixture.
  • Firmly press remaining mixture on bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  • Beat cream cheese with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  • Gradually add 1 1/2 cups sugar, mixing well.
  • Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add sour cream and flavorings; mix well.
  • Stir in 1 cup pecans.
  • Spoon into prepared pan, sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture.
  • Bake at 475°F for 10 minutes.
  • Reduce temperature to 300°F ,and bake an additional 50 minutes.
  • Let cool to room temperature on a wire rack, then chill.

BUTTER PECAN CARAMEL CHEESECAKE



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It is a cheesecake that has a similar flavor to Butter Pecan Ice Cream. Now what could be greater than Cheesecake with Butter Pecan Ice Cream laced with carmel and a buttery pecan granola crust? I won 1st place of $2,500 on the KTLA Morning News Show in Los Angeles, CA. for this dessert. This contest was sponsored by the movie "Waitress". It's a lot of work but oh my, well worth it. I have not included some of my secret ingredients in order to keep it original but it is still good.

Provided by The Real Cake Baker

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 3h30m

Yield 1 11 in springfoam, 11-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 3/4 cups Nature Valley pecan crunch granola bars, crumbled fine
1/2 cup butter
3 tablespoons flour
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 cup of melted butter
1/2 cup of chopped pecans (roasted in butter)
14 -22 ounces caramels (about 60 pieces)
5 ounces evaporated milk
2 tablespoons butter
3 (8 ounce) packages Philadelphia Cream Cheese
1 1/2 cups sugar
3 eggs
2 cups sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon butter flavoring
1 cup fine chopped pecans, roasted in
butter

Steps:

  • Bake pecans in 1/2 stick of butter in oven for 15 minutes Combine in blender the pecans, granola crumbs, flour and brown sugar, Reserve 1/3 cup of the granola mixture to put on the top of the cheesecake. Melt a half a cup of butter and mix it with the Granola mixture then put the rest of the mixture on the bottom and sides of a 10 inch springform pan pressing firmly. Place in the preheated (350) oven and bake for crust for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool.
  • In a double broiler or a metal bowl steamed over hot water, place caramels in the bowl with the evaporated milk and stir constantly until completely melted stir in the butter. Pour caramel mixture over the bottom of the granola crust. Reserve approximately 1/2 cup or more for the batter. (I now make my caramel from scratch it's a lot easier to work with and not as hard as the candy caramels. If you know how to make good caramel from scratch I strongly recommend that instead).
  • Do not let the caramel sauce touch the pan or it will stick and break the pan.
  • Beat the cream cheese until light and fluffy then gradually add the sugar and mix it well at medium speed. Beat in the sour cream, vanilla and butter flavoring. Add caramels to the cream cheese mixture. Stir in the remaining roasted pecans. Add eggs one at a time, beat well after each addition.
  • Pour batter over the caramel mixture. Sprinkle the crumb mixture over the batter. Bake at 475 for 10 minutes then reduce temperature to 300 and bake for 55 minutes. Allow cheesecake to cool down in the oven with the oven off. Let cool then refrigerate for at least 6 hours before serving, preferably over night.
  • This cheesecakes success required that you use a standard cheesecake water-bath to avoid cracking. Special instruction on cutting: Take a very sharp knife and run under hot water before each cut. Cut straight down and force the knife through the caramel because it will be very hard. The first cut is always the hardest. It gets easier with each cut.

CARAMEL-PECAN CHEESECAKE PIE



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In fall or any time of year, this nutty, rich and delicious pecan pie recipe is one I am proud to serve. While it seems very special, this caramel pecan cheesecake is a snap to make. -Becky Ruff, Monona, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 sheet refrigerated pie crust
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups chopped pecans
1 jar (12-1/4 ounces) fat-free caramel ice cream topping
Additional fat-free caramel ice cream topping, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Line a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate or cast-iron skillet with crust. Trim and flute edges. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, 1 egg and vanilla until smooth. Spread into crust; sprinkle with pecans., In a small bowl, whisk remaining eggs; gradually whisk in caramel topping until blended. Pour slowly over pecans., Bake 35-40 minutes or until lightly browned (loosely cover edges with foil after 20 minutes if pie browns too quickly). Cool on a wire rack 1 hour. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight before slicing. If desired, garnish with additional caramel ice cream topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 calories, Fat 33g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 142mg cholesterol, Sodium 277mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (26g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BUTTERSCOTCH CHEESECAKE



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This butterscotch cheesecake is a delicious and decadent treat with a super creamy filling and a Biscoff crust which adds a little hint of spice. Top with a dollop of whipped cream for extra decadence.

Provided by Pam Lolley

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 13h40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 17

aluminum foil
nonstick cooking spray
1 (8.8 ounce) package speculoos cookies (such as Lotus Biscoff®)
¼ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
4 tablespoons salted butter, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
4 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk, divided
1 cup butterscotch chips
1 (3.4 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix (such as Jell-O®)
¾ cup butterscotch chips
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
¼ cup chopped toasted pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Wrap the bottom and sides of a 9-inch springform pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil; lightly grease pan with cooking spray.
  • Crush cookies finely. Stir together cookie crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter in a medium bowl until completely combined. Press mixture on the bottom and 1 1/2 inches up sides of the prepared pan.
  • Bake crust in the preheated oven until lightly browned and set, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove to a wire rack and cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Beat cream cheese, brown sugar, flour, and salt with a stand mixer at low speed, using the paddle attachment, until combined and smooth, 3 to 5 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until incorporated after each addition, about 30 seconds, scraping down sides of bowl after each addition. Add vanilla extract and beat just until incorporated, about 15 seconds.
  • Add 1/2 cup of milk and 1 cup butterscotch chips to a medium saucepan over medium-low heat and cook whisking constantly until chips are melted and mixture is smooth, 1 to 2 minutes; remove from heat. Whisk together remaining 1/2 cup of milk and pudding mix in a small bowl until completely incorporated and smooth. Whisk pudding mixture into melted butterscotch mixture and whisk until smooth (mixture will begin to thicken).
  • Slowly add pudding mixture to cream cheese mixture, beating at low speed, and mix until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour filling into prepared crust. Tap pan 2 or 3 times on counter to release air bubbles.
  • Place cheesecake in a large roasting pan and place in preheated oven. Pour hot water to a depth of halfway up sides of springform pan. Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes. Center will be jiggly. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake in oven with door closed for 30 minutes. Open oven door slightly and leave cheesecake in for 10 more minutes.
  • Remove cheesecake to a wire rack and cool completely, about 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • Run a sharp knife around edges and remove sides of springform pan. Place on serving tray.
  • Stir together 3/4 cup butterscotch chips and heavy cream in a small microwave-safe bowl for the topping. Cook at Medium (50%) power for 1 to 3 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and smooth. Spread topping over top of cheesecake allowing some to drip down sides. Sprinkle with chopped pecans. Chill for 20 minutes or until topping is set. Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 663.4 calories, Carbohydrate 65.9 g, Cholesterol 140.9 mg, Fat 40 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 24.9 g, Sodium 473.9 mg

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cheesecake.
  • Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature. This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • Do not overbeat the cream cheese mixture. Overbeating can cause the cheesecake to be dense and crumbly.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help to prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving. This will help it to set properly.
  • Top the cheesecake with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include caramel sauce, butterscotch sauce, and pecans.

Conclusion:

This butterscotch caramel pecan cheesecake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy cheesecake filling, rich butterscotch sauce, and crunchy pecan topping, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to make, give this butterscotch caramel pecan cheesecake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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