Italian Butterscotch Cheesecake with a Buttery Pecan Crust

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 3
Indulge yourself with a creamy and buttery Italian Butterscotch Cheesecake with a Buttery Pecan Crust
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

75 min

Ready In

105 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups pecans
1 cup flour
1 cup butter
1 lb ricotta cheese
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 package butterscotch chips
4 eggs
1 tablespoon flour
2 tablespoons vanilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
456
Sugar
24g
Fat
34g
Italian Butterscotch Cheesecake with a Buttery Pecan Crust is an irresistible dessert that will transport you to a bakery in Italy. It's a perfect dessert for any occasion, whether it's a birthday, a holiday, or just a family dinner. The rich and buttery flavor of this cheesecake will make you feel like you're indulging in something truly special. The soft and creamy texture of the cheesecake contrasts beautifully with the crunchy and nutty pecan crust.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2.In a food processor, combine pecans and flour, and pulse until they form a fine powder.
3.In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and half a cup of brown sugar for about 2 minutes until fluffy and smooth.
4.Add pecan-flour mixture and mix until the dough forms.
5.Press into the bottom of a 9 inch (24 cm) springform pan and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
6.In a large mixing bowl, beat ricotta cheese and butterscotch chips together until smooth.
7.Add the remaining brown sugar, eggs, flour, and vanilla; mix until well-combined.
8.Pour the cheesecake mixture into the pre-baked pecan crust.
9.Bake for 60 minutes until the top is golden brown and slightly puffed.
10.Remove from oven and allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature.
11.Once cooled, slice and serve.

PROS

This Italian Butterscotch Cheesecake with a Buttery Pecan Crust will satisfy your sweet tooth with its creamy, rich, and buttery flavor.

The pecan crust gives it a crunchy and nutty texture, and the butterscotch chips add a delicious caramel-like taste.

It’s an irresistible dessert that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

CONS

It’s a high-calorie dessert that may not be suitable for those who are watching their weight or sugar intake.

It’s also time-consuming to make, and requires several steps to ensure that it comes out perfectly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cheesecake is not particularly healthy, it does contain some health benefits.
Ricotta cheese is a good source of protein and calcium, which are essential nutrients for building and maintaining strong bones and muscles.
Pecans are high in healthy fats and antioxidants that have been linked to reducing inflammation and improving heart health.
Butterscotch chips, on the other hand, are high in sugar and should be consumed in moderation.

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