Best 9 Chocolate Pecan Cheesecake Recipes

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If you're looking for a decadent dessert that combines the rich flavor of chocolate with the crunch of pecans, then look no further than chocolate pecan cheesecake. This classic dessert features a creamy cheesecake filling that's swirled with chocolate and topped with a layer of crunchy pecan pie filling. The result is a cheesecake that's both smooth and creamy, with a rich chocolate flavor and a nutty crunch. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or just as a weekend treat, chocolate pecan cheesecake is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE BOURBON PECAN CHEESECAKE



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This Kentucky bourbon pecan cheesecake will wow your guests and your taste buds. Serve in spring during the Kentucky Derby or at any other special occasion throughout the year. -Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h45m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
3 tablespoons butter, melted
3/4 cup hot caramel ice cream topping
3/4 cup chopped pecans, toasted
5 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-3/4 cups sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
2 large egg yolks, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup bourbon
Optional: whipped cream, pecans and extra caramel sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place a greased 10-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy duty foil. Securely wrap foil around pan. Combine cookie crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 10-in. springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 325°., Meanwhile, drizzle caramel topping over crust; sprinkle with pecans. , In another bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla and remaining flour until smooth. Beat in eggs and yolks just until combined. Stir in cream and bourbon. Pour into crust; place springform pan in larger baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake until center is almost set, 65-70 minutes. Remove springform pan from water bath; remove foil. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Loosen sides from pan with a knife, remove foil. , Chill for 8 hours or overnight, covering when completely cooled. Remove sides of pan. If desired, just before serving, top with whipped cream, pecans and caramel sauce. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525 calories, Fat 35g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

CHOCOLATE PECAN CHEESECAKE



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Mouths will water at the sight of this fast-to-fix pie! Chocolate and caramel make this creamy cheesecake a fabulous dessert. -Christy Bowles, Garfield, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

25 caramels
1/4 cup evaporated milk
3/4 cup chopped pecans, divided
1 chocolate crumb crust (9 inches)
2 packages (3 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1-1/4 cups cold 2% milk
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
1/2 cup hot fudge ice cream topping, warmed

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine caramels and evaporated milk. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until smooth; stir in 1/2 cup pecans. Pour into crust. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. In a small bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes; beat into cream cheese mixture until blended. Spread over caramel mixture. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Before serving, drizzle with hot fudge topping and sprinkle with remaining pecans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Fat 28g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (47g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CHOCOLATE PECAN CHEESECAKE PIE



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Now, this is a very decadent and special dessert for the holidays. This dessert marries pecan pie with cheesecake. A layer of dark chocolate on top of the crust makes the pie very rich. If you prefer milk chocolate over dark, feel free to use that instead. When cut into, we love the layering look on each slice. When presented,...

Provided by Renee Klevenhagen

Categories     Pies

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 refrigerated pie crust
1 c dark chocolate chips
3 Tbsp whipping cream
8 oz cream cheese
3/4 c sugar, divided
2 tsp vanilla extract
4 eggs
1/4 tsp salt
3 Tbsp melted butter
1 c light corn syrup
1 1/2 c pecan halves

Steps:

  • 1. Fill a deep dish pie plate with crust.
  • 2. Beat cream cheese, 1 egg, 1/2 c sugar, salt, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla until smooth.
  • 3. Pour dark chocolate chips into microwaveable dish and add the whipping cream. Microwave on 50% power until morsels just start to melt (about 1 minute). Remove from microwave and stir with a fork until combined and smooth.
  • 4. Pour corn syrup, melted butter, 3 eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/4 cup of sugar into a medium bowl. Whisk until thoroughly combined. Stir in pecans.
  • 5. Pour chocolate mixture into the pie crust and smooth out with a spatula until evenly distributed.
  • 6. Pour cream cheese mixture over chocolate and smooth out until evenly distributed.
  • 7. Then pour pecan mixture over cream cheese mixture and even out on top of the cream cheese mixture.
  • 8. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 55 minutes (or until set). Cool completely on a wire rack. Store leftovers (if you have any!) in the refrigerator.

CHOCOLATE PECAN CHEESECAKE COOKIE CUPS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 24 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (16 ounces) NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Ultimates™ Refrigerated Chocolate Pecan Deluxe Cookie Dough
1 can (14 ounces) NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Sweetened Condensed Milk
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, at room temperature
24 pecan halves
1/3 cup NESTLÉ® TOLL HOUSE® Semi-Sweet Chocolate Morsels

Steps:

  • PREHEAT oven to 325 degrees F. Paper-line 24 muffin cups. Cut each square of dough in half. Place one piece of dough in each muffin cup.
  • BAKE for 10 to 12 minutes or until cookie has spread to edge of cup.
  • BEAT cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, eggs and vanilla extract in medium bowl until smooth. Spoon about 3 tablespoons cream cheese mixture over each cookie in cup.
  • BAKE for additional 15 to 18 minutes or until set. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Place pecan in center of each cheesecake.
  • PLACE morsels in small, heavy-duty plastic bag. Microwave on HIGH (100%) power for 20 seconds; knead. Microwave at additional 10-second intervals, kneading until smooth. Cut tiny corner from bag; squeeze to drizzle over each cheesecake.

WHITE CHOCOLATE PECAN PRALINE CHEESECAKE



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Categories     Cake     Cheese     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Vegetarian

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

crust: 2 1/4 cups graham crumbs and 1/2 to 3/4 cup of butter melted
Filling: 4 8oz packages cream cheese softened 1 1/4 cups brown sugar 4 eggs 3tsp. vanilla extract 2 tbsp. flour 4 squares white chocolate melted 1 cup pecans chopped
Topping:1/2 cup brown sugar 3tbsp.butter 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Pecan Praline:1 cup suger 1/2 cup cold water 1 cup pecans

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 350 degrees.In mixing bowl combine graham crumbs and enough melted butter so crumbs come together.Press into bottom of 10" springform pan until it comes about 1"up the sides place in freezer while making the filling. In large mixing bowl beat together cream cheese and suger until smooth add eggs and beat again,add vanilla and flour mixing well fold in nuts and melted white chocolate.Pour filling into crust and bake for 45 minutes or until center is set.Meanwhile combine topping ingredients in a med. saucepan and bring to a slight boil,stirring constantly until mixture is a glaze consistency.For praline heat sugar and water in saucepan over med.high heat util amber in color,place oecans on greased baking sheet pour sugar over pecans and let it set,break into pieces,then grind in food processor store in airtight container in freezer.When cake is cooked alow to cool 10 min.leave in pan and pour glaze over allow to cool and put in fridge over night.When ready to serve remove sides of pan and scatter 3tbsp.pralines over top,pipe with whipped cream and decorate with pecans.place sugar sticks on cake between other toppings

CHOCOLATE PECAN CHEESECAKE PIE



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Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Bake     Christmas

Yield 8 People

Number Of Ingredients 11

1deep dish pie shell
3/4 cup chocolate chips
3 TBLSP whipping cream
8 oz cream cheese
3/4 cup sugar divided
2 tsp vanilla
4 eggs
1/4 tsp salt
3 tbsp melted butter
1 cup light corn syrup
1 1/2 cup pecans

Steps:

  • Defrost pie shell Beat cream cheese, 1 egg, 1/2 cp sugar, salt, and 1 tsp vanilla until smooth Melt chocolate chips with cream until almost melted (about 1 min.) stir until smooth. Pour corn syrup, melted butter, 3 eggs, 1tsp vanilla and 1/4 cup sugar and whisk until throughly combined. Stir in pecans Pour chocolate mixture into pie shell and smooth out with spatula. Pour cream cheese mixture over chocolate and smooth out, then pour pecan mixture over cream cheese mixture and even out. Bake at 350 degrees for 55 mins. Or until set. Cool completely on wire rack.

BUTTER PECAN CHEESECAKE WITH CHOCOLATE GLAZE



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Chocolate and pecans provide a simple addition to a homemade cheesecake - perfect for dessert.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 8h5m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 eggs
1/2 teaspoon butter flavoring, if desired
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup whipping (heavy) cream
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1/2 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. In medium bowl, beat all crust ingredients with electric mixer on low speed until crumbly. Pat dough in bottom and 1 1/2 inches up sides of ungreased 9-inch springform pan. Bake about 7 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 5 minutes.
  • Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Beat cream cheese in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in 1 cup brown sugar until creamy. Beat in eggs, butter flavoring and vanilla, scraping bowl occasionally, until smooth. Pour into partially baked crust.
  • Bake about 1 hour 10 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool 15 minutes (center will sink slightly).
  • Meanwhile, heat chocolate chips and whipping cream in 1-quart saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until melted and smooth. Spread chocolate glaze on top of cheesecake.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 tablespoon butter and the pecan halves in 8-inch nonstick skillet over low heat, stirring frequently, until sugar is melted and pecans are toasted. Spread on waxed paper; cool 5 minutes. Arrange sugared pecans along edge of top of cheesecake. Cool 2 hours at room temperature. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Run metal spatula along side of cheesecake to loosen; remove side of pan. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 5, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 190 mg

AWESOME CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE PECAN PIE



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If you like cheesecake, please raise your left hand... If you like pecan pie, please raise your right hand. I don't need to tell you that most lovers of desserts would have both their hands up... How about you? Well, having to make a decision on what type of dessert you'll be eating is officially over, because this baby...

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Categories     Pies

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 19

THE CRUST
6 oz chocolate-wafer cookies from this recipe: https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/dessert/dessert-cake/ground-chocolate-cookie-wafer-base.html?p=74
1/2 c toasted pecan halves
4 oz unsalted butter, melted
THE CHEESECAKE
24 oz cream cheese, room temp.
1/2 c light brown sugar, packed
1/2 c granulated sugar
1/4 tsp salt, kosher variety
3 medium eggs, room temp
1/2 c heavy cream
1 tsp vanilla extract
THE SAUCE
1 1/2 c light brown sugar, packed
1/2 c heavy cream
4 oz unsalted butter, room temp
1/4 c bourbon (optional but wonderful)
1 tsp salt, kosher variety
1 1/2 c chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • 1. THE CRUST
  • 2. Place a rack in the middle position, and pre-heat oven to 375f (190c).
  • 3. Gather your ingredients
  • 4. Rub the interior of a spring-form pan with butter, or use a non-stick spray, and then wrap the pan in foil.
  • 5. Chef's Note: There are some new pans out there (I use one) that is not a spring-form pan, and uses a silicon seal for the bottom of the pan. No need for the spring form, and no need for the aluminum wrapper.
  • 6. Process the pecans and wafers in a food processor until smooth.
  • 7. Incorporate the melted butter.
  • 8. Press into the bottom of the spring-form pan.
  • 9. Bake for 10-minutes, in the pre-heated oven, and allow to cool.
  • 10. THE CHEESECAKE
  • 11. Gather your ingredients
  • 12. In the bowl of a food processor, fitted with a paddle, mix the 24 ounces cream cheese, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and table salt.
  • 13. Mix until fluffy.
  • 14. Add the eggs, one at a time, make sure each egg is incorporated before adding another.
  • 15. Chef's Note: Scrape down the sides of the bowl, between additions.
  • 16. Add the 1/2 cup cream, and vanilla extract.
  • 17. Beat until fully incorporated.
  • 18. Place a rack in the bottom position, and preheat oven to 325f (162c)
  • 19. Pour the cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust. Transfer the spring-form pan to the middle of a high-walled roasting pan (or other pan), and place in the oven.
  • 20. Pour boiling water into the roasting pan; 1/3 of the way up.
  • 21. Chef's Note: A bain marie (ban mah-REE) is the fancy term for a hot water bath. It's used for cooking delicate foods like custards and cheesecakes to create a gentle and uniform heat around the food.
  • 22. Bake in preheated oven for about one hour, or until the cheesecake is set.
  • 23. Chef's Tip: To tell if the cheesecake is ready to come out of the oven, the sides should be set, and the middle should still jiggle.
  • 24. Cover, and let cool in the refrigerator up to twenty-four hours.
  • 25. THE TOPPING
  • 26. Combine all of the ingredients for the topping in a saucepan.
  • 27. Bring to a boil, over medium-low heat without stirring.
  • 28. Simmer for ten minutes.
  • 29. Let cool for 15-20 minutes until slightly thickened.
  • 30. Spoon the sauce over the top of the cheesecake, or spoon it over the individual slices.
  • 31. Chef's Note: Because of the sweetness of this dessert, a counter to this is a good cup of black coffee. Hot coffee, and cool cheesecake; what a treat.
  • 32. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

BUTTERED PECAN CHOCOLATE CHIP CHEESECAKE



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What a treat! This cheesecake recipe's tangy, smooth, and crunchy all wrapped up in one. We love the pop of flavor of the chewy chocolate crust. The butter pecan topping really makes this cheesecake shine. It's delicious!

Provided by Gina Collier

Categories     Cakes

Time 2h

Number Of Ingredients 19

CRUST
1 stick plus 3 tbsp butter melted
1 cake mix, devils food
LAYER 1
1 c pecans, in pieces
1 stick butter
1 c brown sugar
2 Tbsp water
1 tsp vanilla extract
LAYER 2
1/2 c chocolate chips
LAYER 3
2 pkg cream cheese, 8 oz. each
1/2 c sugar
1 c sour cream
2 eggs
1 tsp almond extract
FINAL LAYER
Remainder of Layer 1 and sprinkle with chocolate chips

Steps:

  • 1. Crust: melt butter and add to cake mix. Mix well and press into springform pan or any pan of your choosing. I used a springform pan.
  • 2. Layer 1: In a sauce pan melt butter, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil and add pecans, boil for 1 minute at a hard boil then remove from heat and add vanilla, mix well and layer 2/3 of mixture on top of crust.
  • 3. Layer 2: Add chocolate chips.
  • 4. Layer 3: Mix cream cheese and sugar with mixer on medium speed until smooth. Add sour cream and mix well. Add eggs and extract, mix well. Pour over chocolate chips and spread evenly.
  • 5. Bake at 325 for 1 hour or until top is slightly brown. Remove from oven and allow it to settle before adding the final layer. Then let cool completely before cutting. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use high-quality cream cheese for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients.
  • Do not overbeat the cheesecake batter, as this can result in a dense and crumbly cheesecake.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath to prevent the top from cracking.
  • Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving, or overnight for the best flavor.
  • Top the cheesecake with your favorite toppings, such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings.

Conclusion:

This chocolate pecan cheesecake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor, creamy texture, and pecan topping, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a special dessert, give this chocolate pecan cheesecake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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