Best 4 Double Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Bars Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with Double Caramel Pecan Cheesecake Bars, a dessert that elevates the classic cheesecake to new heights. This recipe combines the richness of caramel and the nutty crunch of pecans, resulting in a truly irresistible treat. Discover the secrets behind the luscious caramel sauce, the creamy cheesecake filling, and the irresistible pecan topping, all coming together to create a dessert that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With step-by-step instructions and a detailed ingredient list, this recipe ensures that even novice bakers can recreate this masterpiece in their own kitchens. So, embark on a culinary journey and prepare to indulge in the ultimate caramel-pecan cheesecake experience.

**Additional Recipes Inside the Article:**

1. **Caramel Sauce:** Dive into the art of creating a smooth and decadent caramel sauce, perfect for drizzling over your cheesecake bars or any other dessert.

2. **Creamy Cheesecake Filling:** Learn the secrets behind achieving a velvety smooth and perfectly balanced cheesecake filling, the heart of this delectable dessert.

3. **Pecan Topping:** Discover the techniques for making a crunchy and flavorful pecan topping that adds the perfect finishing touch to your cheesecake bars.

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PECAN CHEESECAKE BARS



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This cheesecake bar recipe has a crumb crust topped with a cream cheese mixture.

Provided by Land O'Lakes

Categories     Cheesecake     Cheesecake     Cheese     Pecan     Sweet     Baking     Nut     Dairy     Cake     Dessert     Bar     Dessert

Yield 25 bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

Crumb Mixture
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/3 cup Land O Lakes® Butter softened
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Filling
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Combine flour, brown sugar and butter in bowl. Beat at low speed until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in pecans. Reserve 3/4 cup crumb mixture; set aside.
  • Press remaining crumb mixture onto bottom of ungreased 8-inch square baking pan. Bake 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Combine all filling ingredients in bowl. Beat at low speed until well mixed. Spread filling over hot, partially baked crust. Sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture; press lightly into filling.
  • Continue baking 30-40 minutes or until filling is set. Cool completely; cut into bars. Store refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80 calories, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat grams, Transfat grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 45 milligrams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Sugar grams, Protein 1 grams

DOUBLE CARAMEL-PECAN CHEESECAKE BARS



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This cheesecake was perfection even before we added the double caramel-pecan topping. In other words: The final dish surpasses perfection.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 6h

Yield 32 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, divided
2 Tbsp. granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
4 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 Tbsp. vanilla
3 eggs
50 KRAFT Caramels, divided
2 Tbsp. water, divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides. Combine graham crumbs, 1/2 cup nuts, granulated sugar and butter; press onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 10 min.
  • Meanwhile, beat cream cheese, brown sugar and flour in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix well. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each just until blended.
  • Microwave 36 caramels and 1 Tbsp. water in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1 min. or until caramels are completely melted when stirred. Add to cream cheese batter; stir until blended. Pour over crust.
  • Bake 40 min. or until center is almost set. Sprinkle with remaining nuts. Cool completely. Refrigerate 4 hours.
  • Microwave remaining caramels and remaining water in same microwaveable bowl 1 min. or until caramels are completely melted when stirred. Drizzle over cheesecake; let stand until firm. Use foil handles to remove dessert from pan before cutting into bars to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

DOUBLE CARAMEL-PECAN CHEESECAKE BARS



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A dreamy cheesecake with caramel on a pecan crust is topped with more chopped pecans and drizzled with caramel.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 5h25m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups NABISCO Graham Cracker Crumbs
1 cup coarsely chopped PLANTERS Pecans, divided
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
¼ cup butter, melted
4 (8 ounce) packages PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons flour
½ cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 tablespoon vanilla
3 eggs
1 (14 ounce) bag KRAFT Caramels, divided
2 tablespoons water, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 13x9-inch baking pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Mix graham crumbs, 1/2 cup of the pecans, the granulated sugar and butter; press firmly onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 10 min.
  • Beat cream cheese, brown sugar and flour in large bowl with electric mixer until well blended. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix well. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended. Place 36 of the caramels in microwaveable bowl. Add 1 Tbsp. of the water. Microwave on HIGH 1 min. or until caramels are completely melted when stirred. Add to cream cheese batter; stir until well blended. Pour over crust.
  • Bake 40 min. or until center is almost set. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup pecans. Cool completely. Refrigerate at least 4 hours.
  • Place remaining caramels in microwaveable bowl. Add remaining 1 Tbsp. water. Microwave on HIGH 1 min. or until caramels are completely melted when stirred. Drizzle over cheesecake; let stand until firm. Use foil handles to remove dessert from pan before cutting into bars to serve. Store leftovers in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 197.3 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

DOUBLE CARAMEL-PECAN CHEESECAKE BARS



Double Caramel-Pecan Cheesecake Bars image

A dreamy cheesecake with caramel on a pecan crust is topped with more chopped pecans and drizzled with caramel.

Provided by Philadelphia

Categories     PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese

Time 5h25m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups NABISCO Graham Cracker Crumbs
1 cup coarsely chopped PLANTERS Pecans, divided
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
¼ cup butter, melted
4 (8 ounce) packages PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons flour
½ cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1 tablespoon vanilla
3 eggs
1 (14 ounce) bag KRAFT Caramels, divided
2 tablespoons water, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line 13x9-inch baking pan with foil, with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Mix graham crumbs, 1/2 cup of the pecans, the granulated sugar and butter; press firmly onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 10 min.
  • Beat cream cheese, brown sugar and flour in large bowl with electric mixer until well blended. Add sour cream and vanilla; mix well. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing on low speed after each addition just until blended. Place 36 of the caramels in microwaveable bowl. Add 1 Tbsp. of the water. Microwave on HIGH 1 min. or until caramels are completely melted when stirred. Add to cream cheese batter; stir until well blended. Pour over crust.
  • Bake 40 min. or until center is almost set. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup pecans. Cool completely. Refrigerate at least 4 hours.
  • Place remaining caramels in microwaveable bowl. Add remaining 1 Tbsp. water. Microwave on HIGH 1 min. or until caramels are completely melted when stirred. Drizzle over cheesecake; let stand until firm. Use foil handles to remove dessert from pan before cutting into bars to serve. Store leftovers in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 240 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 197.3 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

Tips:

  • For a richer caramel flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
  • To prevent the cheesecake from cracking, bake it in a water bath.
  • Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before cutting it into bars.
  • For a neater presentation, use a sharp knife to cut the cheesecake bars.
  • Store the cheesecake bars in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

This double caramel pecan cheesecake bar recipe is a delicious and decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy cheesecake filling, gooey caramel topping, and crunchy pecan crust, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit.

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