No-Bake Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

The ultimate dessert mashup

Hi friends! It's been a minute since I posted a new recipe (both here and on the blog), but that's only because I'm drowning in cookbook deadlines right now (more on that another time, though 😅). I wanted to pop into your inbox real quick to share a glorious recipe I developed for my friends over at Karo® Corn Syrup: No-Bake Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars.

We're layering up some serious deliciousness here. First, a cinnamon graham cracker crust that's more stable than your last relationship, topped with a cheesecake layer so smooth it could talk its way out of a parking ticket. And just when you think it can't get any better, we're crowning this beauty with a gooey pecan pie topping that's basically the food equivalent of winning the lottery.

Now, I know what you're thinking. "But wait, doesn't pecan pie need to be baked?" Ha! That's cute. We're making this topping on the stove because we're culinary rebels, and also because it's way easier. Plus, you can lick the spoon without fear of salmonella. You're welcome.

For the cheesecake layer, we're using gelatin to set it, which means it slices beautifully. And it's vanilla-flavored, so it plays nice with the other layers without stealing the show.

So, grab your mixing bowls and leave your oven mitts in the drawer where they belong. It's time to make a dessert that will impress even your snobbiest foodie friend who won't shut up about their sourdough starter.

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Until next time, keep it cool, keep it sweet, and keep that oven off!