Pecan Cheese Cheese Squares
Indulge in the rich, nutty decadence of Pecan Cream Cheese Squares, a delightful dessert that perfectly balances creamy sweetness with a buttery, golden crust. Featuring a soft cream cheese layer infused with vanilla and topped with crunchy chopped pecans, this recipe creates a luxurious texture contrast that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Ready in under an hour with just a handful of pantry staples, including all-purpose flour, softened butter, and powdered sugar, these pecan squares are as easy to make as they are irresistible. Ideal for potlucks, family gatherings, or as a sweet treat to elevate your week, these luscious bars are best served chilled for a refreshingly rich finish. Whether you're a cheesecake lover or a fan of pecans, this dessert offers the best of both worlds in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easier removal of the bars.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, softened butter, and powdered sugar. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix until the ingredients form a smooth dough.
Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish to form the crust. Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until it's lightly golden. Remove and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the cream cheese and granulated sugar together until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Pour the cream cheese mixture over the baked crust, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the cream cheese layer.
Bake the assembled dish in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center jiggles only slightly when shaken.
Remove the dish from the oven and allow it to cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to fully set.
Once chilled, slice into squares and serve. Enjoy your decadent Pecan Cream Cheese Squares!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6191 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 449.7 g | 577% | |
| Saturated Fat | 229.1 g | 1146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1577 mg | 526% | |
| Sodium | 1723 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 488.8 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 281.0 g | ||
| Protein | 84.4 g | 169% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 702 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1451 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
