Description
A delicious blend of chocolate, pecans, and a creamy cheesecake filling inspired by the classic Kentucky Derby Pie.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon bourbon (optional)
- Whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until well combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust.
- In a small bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, and bourbon (if using). Drizzle this mixture over the cheesecake filling.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggles.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour with the door slightly ajar.
- Remove from the oven and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve slices topped with whipped cream.
Notes
- For a more intense bourbon flavor, increase the bourbon to 1 tablespoon.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Top with additional chopped pecans for garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 95
Keywords: Kentucky Derby Pie Cheesecake, cheesecake recipe, Derby dessert, chocolate pecan cheesecake, American dessert