CHEESECAKE PRALINE SQUARES

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A smooth cheesecake layer, a nutty crust, and a praline-like topping make this dessert extra special. I fix these squares often for friends or when my big Italian family gets together. -Barbara McCalley, Allison Park, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter, melted
2/3 cup finely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
FILLING:
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup sugar
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
TOPPING:
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup chopped pecans
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, butter, pecans and confectioners' sugar. Press into an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 20-24 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the milk, vanilla and lemon zest. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour over crust. , Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and cream. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in pecans and vanilla. Pour over cheesecake. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 582 calories, Fat 37g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 137mg cholesterol, Sodium 231mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Shannon O
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I've made these cheesecake praline squares several times now and they're always a hit! They're the perfect dessert for any occasion. I love that they're so easy to make and they always turn out perfect.


Span the Wiz
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These cheesecake praline squares are the perfect dessert for any occasion. They're easy to make, they look impressive, and they taste delicious. I highly recommend them!


Ikhtiar Khan
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I made these cheesecake praline squares for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them and I got so many compliments. I will definitely be making these again.


Malik Majid
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These cheesecake praline squares were easy to make and they turned out perfect! I followed the recipe exactly and they came out exactly as pictured. I will definitely be making these again.


Amin Telecom
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but I loved these cheesecake praline squares! The praline topping was the perfect addition and it made the cheesecake not too sweet.


Lalia Lalia
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These cheesecake praline squares are delicious! The crust is flaky and buttery, the cheesecake filling is creamy and smooth, and the praline topping is the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making these again.


Riley Casey
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These cheesecake praline squares are so rich and decadent, they're the perfect dessert for a special occasion. I made them for my husband's birthday and he loved them!


Nadiifo Axmed
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I've made these cheesecake praline squares several times now and they're always a hit! They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Kiran Khan
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These cheesecake praline squares were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred them with a less sweet crust or a more tart cheesecake filling.


Dobirul Islam
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of pralines. But I'm so glad I did! The praline topping was the perfect complement to the cheesecake and I couldn't get enough of it.


Devin Shook
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These cheesecake praline squares are so rich and decadent, they're the perfect dessert for a special occasion. I made them for my husband's birthday and he loved them!


Imdad Hussain
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I've made these cheesecake praline squares several times now and they're always a hit! They're the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Savannah Rudie
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The cheesecake praline squares were easy to make and turned out great! The only thing I would change is to use a different type of praline. The ones I used were a bit too soft and didn't have a lot of flavor.


Malik Naseeb678
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These cheesecake praline squares were a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred them with a less sweet crust or a more tart cheesecake filling.


Tahir Khan 786
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I love cheesecake, but I'm not a fan of pralines. However, I decided to give this recipe a try anyway and I'm so glad I did! The praline topping was the perfect complement to the cheesecake and I couldn't get enough of it.


Emmanuel Etsey
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These cheesecake praline squares were the perfect dessert for my dinner party. They were elegant and impressive, but also incredibly easy to make. My guests loved them and I'll definitely be making them again.


Md.Saikat Hossain
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I'm not much of a baker, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm so glad I did! The instructions were easy to follow and the results were absolutely delicious. My husband couldn't stop eating them!


Jenny Cooper
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These cheesecake praline squares were a delightful treat! The combination of the creamy cheesecake, crunchy praline topping, and flaky crust was simply irresistible. My friends and family raved about them.