Pecan Cheesecake Pie

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the cheesecake layer:

• 16 ounces (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the pecan topping:

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup light corn syrup
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter for the crust. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
3. In another mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Pour the cream cheese mixture into the prepared crust and spread it out evenly.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, corn syrup, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract for the pecan topping until well combined.
6. Gently pour the pecan mixture over the cream cheese layer in the pie dish, spreading it out evenly.
7. Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set and the pecan topping is golden brown.
8. Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing and serving.
9. Serve slices of the Pecan Cheesecake Pie on their own or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Enjoy this delightful dessert with its creamy cheesecake layer and crunchy pecan topping!