Pecan-crusted Peanut Butter Cheesecake Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Make the crust

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a food processor, combine the pecan halves, graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Pulse until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

2. 2

   Bake the crust

   Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and let it cool while preparing the filling.

3. 3

   Prepare the filling

   In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and peanut butter until smooth. Gradually add in the sugar, mixing well. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Finally, stir in the vanilla extract.

4. 4

   Pour the filling

   Pour the peanut butter cheesecake filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.

5. 5

   Bake the cheesecake

   Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour.

6. 6

   Chill and serve

   Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.