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Italian Butterscotch Cheesecake With A Buttery Pecan Crust Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Italian Butterscotch Cheesecake, a recipe inspired by the Ready Steady Cook Spring 2003 contest! Its dense, intensely flavored filling is perfectly complemented by a buttery, crunchy pecan crust. This recipe is perfect for special occasions or anyone craving a truly unforgettable dessert experience.

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 125 mins
Calories 420.1 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Italian Butterscotch Cheesecake With A Buttery Pecan Crust

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How to Make Italian Butterscotch Cheesecake With A Buttery Pecan Crust

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Make the crust: Combine 1 ½ cups pecan halves, ½ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  4. Meanwhile, make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces cream cheese (softened) with 1 cup granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  5. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and ½ cup butterscotch chips.
  6. Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust.
  7. Place the springform pan in a larger roasting pan. Pour enough boiling water into the roasting pan to come halfway up the sides of the springform pan (this creates a water bath).
  8. Bake for 75-85 minutes, or until the cheesecake is set around the edges but the center is slightly jiggly.
  9. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 1 hour.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

77g

Fat

75g

Carbs

9g

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