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Caramel Pear Cheesecake Recipe with Pecan Crust

January 22, 2013 by Evelyn 66 Comments

An extraordinary and scrumptious caramel pear cheesecake recipe with a pecan graham cracker crust and pear cheesecake topping recipe.  This pecan crust cheesecake is topped with a pear and pecan glaze recipe. 
 
slice of caramel pear cheesecake recipe
 

Sometimes a girl just wants to bake something way over the top. You know something sweet that makes mouths drop and drool.  You even get that urge?   But we love simple here on the Ranch as much as you do but sometimes you just gotta reach for the sky.  And this Caramel pear cheesecake recipe is just over the moon rich and it is so worth the extra time.  

 

baked cheesecake before adding pear and pecan glaze

 
 This Pear Glazed Cheesecake is an adaptation from several apple pecan glazed cheesecake recipes.  And most of the preparation can be done a day ahead and the pecan glaze made just before serving.  It is a sure winner for your family or guests. Its not just for a special occasion but will make any day of the week special. 
 
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Ingredients for this Caramel Pear Cheesecake Recipe:

Scroll down for the printable recipe

 

Pecan Graham Cracker Crust

  • 3 cups of Graham Crackers (2 1/2 little packages)
  • 3/4 cups  butter, melted (1 1/2 sticks)
  • 1/2 cup of pecans
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white sugar

Cheesecake Filling

  • 4- 8oz packages of cream cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups of white sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons of cornstarch
  • 1 -16oz  container of sour cream
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 5 eggs

Pear cheesecake topping recipe

  • 1/2 cup of butter (1 stick)
  • 1 cup of sugar
  • 1 cup of chopped pecans
  • 2 pounds of pears (about 4)
  • 1/2 cup of whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup of creme de Cassis (black currant liqueur) 

 

Equipment Needed:

  • 12″ springform pan
  • Aluminum Foil

 

Instructions for  this Pecan Crust Cheesecake

Pecan Crust Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Wrap the bottom and sides of a 12 inch springform pan with Aluminum foil to prevent water seepage when baking in the water bath
  • Break up graham crackers and place in a food processor (may be done in two batches, depending on the size of your food processor), add pecans and finely grate them along with the graham crackers.
  • Place the crumb mixture in a bowl and add sugars, mix thoroughly and began adding the melted butter and stir to combine
  • Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan and up the sides of the springform pan
  • Place in oven and bake for 10 minutes, remove to a cooling rack.
 

Cheesecake Filling Instructions:

 
  • In a mixing bowl using an electric mixer add cream cheese, sugar and cornstarch and mix until smooth.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix very well until no lumps remain.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared crust in the springform pan
  • Place in a roasting pan and fill the roasting pan about halfway up the side of the cake pan with water.
  • Carefully place in center of oven and bake for 1 hour and 45 minutes.
  • Remove cake from water bath and place on wire rack. Let cool and refrigerate overnight.
 

Cheesecake Topping Instructions

 
  • Peel and pit pears then chop into 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Melt butter in a medium sauce pan over medium high heat.
  • Add pear pieces and pecans, stirring constantly, cook for about 2 minutes. 4. Add sugar and continue to stir until sugar is melted and mixture comes to a boil.
  • Remove pears and pecans with a slotted spoon and save in a small bowl
  • Keep the butter and sugar boiling at a slow boil, stirring constantly until it turns a pretty amber.
  • Remove from heat and add cream and liqueur, place back on heat and bring to a boil, whisking constantly.
  • Remove from heat, return the pears and pecans to the mixture and allow to cool.
 

To Assemble this caramel pear cheesecake:

 
  • Meanwhile remove cheesecake from refrigerator and carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Place on cake plate
  • When the topping is cool, carefully spread it over the cheesecake. Place in refrigerator until ready to serve.
 
 

pecan crust cheesecake with caramel pear cheesecake topping recipe

 
 
It’s not that hard to serve one of the best Cheesecakes with a homemade Caramel Pear and Pecan Glaze at your next dinner party or family gathering.  This Caramel Pear and Pecan Glaze over a rich cheesecake is sure to rock your taste buds.
 

Other Amazing desserts you might enjoy:

 
  • Dutch Oven Texas Peach Cobbler
  • Knock you Naked Cake
  • Hummingbird Cake

 

Click HERE to save this Glazed Pear and Pecan Crust Cheesecake recipe to Pinterest

Print Recipe
5 from 2 votes

Caramel Pear and Pecan Glaze over Cheesecake Crust

An extraordinary and scrumptious caramel pear cheesecake recipe with a pecan graham cracker crust and pear cheesecake topping recipe.  This pecan crust cheesecake is topped with a pear and pecan glaze recipe. 
Prep Time35 mins
Cook Time1 hr 55 mins
chilling time1 hr
Total Time3 hrs 30 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Caramel Pear Cheesecake, pecan glaze
Servings: 12
Calories: 683kcal
Author: Evelyn

Equipment

  • 12" Springform Pan

Ingredients

Crust

  • 3 cups Graham Crackers 2 1/2 little packages
  • 1 1/2 sticks Butter melted
  • 1/2 cup Pecans
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white sugar

Filling

  • 4 8 oz packages Cream Cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 16 oz container sour cream
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 5 eggs

Topping

  • 1 stick butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 lbs Pears about 4
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup Creme de Cassis black currant liqueur

Instructions

Crust Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Wrap the bottom and sides of a 12 inch springform pan with foil to prevent water seepage when baking in the water bath
  • Break up graham crackers and place in a food processor (may be done in two batches, depending on the size of your food processor), add pecans and finely grate them along with the graham crackers.
  • Place the crumb mixture in a bowl and add sugars, mix thoroughly and began adding the melted butter and stir to combine
  • Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan and up the sides of the springform pan
  • Place in oven and bake for 10 minutes, remove to a cooling rack.

Filling Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl using an electric mixer add cream cheese, sugar and cornstarch and mix until smooth.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix very well until no lumps remain.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared crust in the springform pan
  • Place in a roasting pan and fill the roasting pan about halfway up the side of the cake pan with water.
  • Carefully place in center of oven and bake for 1 hour and 45 minutes.
  • Remove cake from water bath and place on wire rack. Let cool and refrigerate overnight.

Topping Instructions

  • Peel and pit pears then chop into 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Melt butter in a medium sauce pan over medium high heat.
  • Add pear pieces and pecans, stirring constantly, cook for about 2 minutes. 4. Add sugar and continue to stir until sugar is melted and mixture comes to a boil.
  • Remove pears and pecans with a slotted spoon and save in a small bowl
  • Keep the butter and sugar boiling at a slow boil, stirring constantly until it turns a pretty amber.
  • Remove from heat and add cream and liqueur, place back on heat and bring to a boil, whisking constantly.
  • Remove from heat, return the pears and pecans to the mixture and allow to cool.

To Assemble

  • Meanwhile remove cheesecake from refrigerator and carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Place on cake plate
  • When the topping is cool, carefully spread it over the cheesecake. Place in refrigerator until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 683kcal | Carbohydrates: 85g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 133mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 245mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 66g | Vitamin A: 882IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 2mg


 
 

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Comments

  1. [email protected]

    January 22, 2013 at 7:33 am

    Oh my Evelyn that looks absolutely lovely.

    Reply
  2. Winnie

    January 22, 2013 at 8:02 am

    ONG !!!
    Evelyn – this is an amazing cake!:)
    My mouth is watering just looking at these photos

    Reply
  3. Claire @ A Little Claireification

    January 22, 2013 at 8:06 am

    Looking good, girl!! This competition is ON! lol This looks divine!! xo, Claire

    Reply
  4. [email protected] A Blast

    January 22, 2013 at 8:25 am

    Oh my gosh! This looks delicious, Evelyn – pinned 🙂 The topping is very interesting !

    Reply
  5. Rox

    January 22, 2013 at 11:10 am

    That looks delicious, I am not such a great cook. I do OK, but I'd never get my chef on….I'd have to find him first! You put pecans in your crust and orange juice in your cheesecake? Is that for this recipe, or do you use them in all of your cheesecakes?

    Can you taste the OJ?

    Reply
  6. themosbysinchina

    January 22, 2013 at 11:33 am

    Wow! That looks amazing!! Good luck!

    Reply
  7. Paula Jones

    January 22, 2013 at 12:36 pm

    Beautiful! I want a piece! ~ Paula http://www.callmepmc.com

    Reply
  8. Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes

    January 22, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    On my way across the country, I'm stopping by for a slice of this cheesecake! Ha 🙂 This looks fabulous and so tasty! You've got mad skills, friend 😉

    Reply
  9. Michelle

    January 22, 2013 at 2:18 pm

    You hit it outta the park!
    I wanted to participate this month, but too many things kept getting in the way. Good luck–but I don't think you need it!

    Reply
  10. Ang

    January 22, 2013 at 2:36 pm

    Oh Evelyn, this looks amazing! I'm pinning it to my Cheesecake board! 🙂

    Reply
  11. Tori Grant

    January 22, 2013 at 4:27 pm

    Oh my word!! That looks soo good! I love the whole competition thing too! How fun. Thanks for linking up to Tell Me Tuesday:)

    Reply
  12. Meg

    January 22, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    Cheesecake is ALWAYS good! This looks delicious!

    Good luck!

    Reply
  13. Crafty Mischief

    January 22, 2013 at 6:27 pm

    Pear cheesecake? Brilliant!

    Reply
  14. Four Marrs and One Venus

    January 22, 2013 at 6:38 pm

    Hold the FORK… I mean- HAND IT OVER!! YUM!!! You nailed it!

    Reply
  15. Joanne DiPalo

    January 22, 2013 at 6:47 pm

    Hi Evelyn, How delicious, I would definitely eat this cheesecake if only for the topping. Oh, soooo good. Thanks so much for sharing.

    Joanne/Winelady Cooks

    Reply
  16. Janel from NellieBellie

    January 22, 2013 at 7:09 pm

    golly gee…like gee whiz…and hey there!! that looks amazing!!
    And have I mentioned how fabulous your pictures are lately? fabulous!

    Reply
  17. Lynn Huntley

    January 22, 2013 at 8:17 pm

    Wow!! and OMG!! I Love Cheesecake and Pears!! I am making this!! You definitely nailed it!! Lynn H @ Turnips 2 Tangerines!

    Reply
  18. Theresa

    January 22, 2013 at 8:23 pm

    This looks divine! Great entry! Theresa @ DearCreatives.com

    Reply
  19. Kira @ My Sesame Seed Buns

    January 22, 2013 at 11:23 pm

    This looks delicious! I love pears on cheesecake. I made a similar recipe for the Spiked! Recipe Challenge.

    I'm your newest follower via GFC. Come visit me over at My Sesame Seed Buns sometime!

    Reply
  20. Marissa Sobaskie

    January 23, 2013 at 12:25 am

    Oh man, that looks amazing!!

    Reply
  21. Whitney

    January 23, 2013 at 2:44 am

    Oh my goodness, this is making me drool!! Found you at Cast Party Wednesday, new fan! 🙂

    http://www.fiveminutesformommy.com/

    Reply
  22. Shannon Barefoot

    January 23, 2013 at 3:09 am

    Yum! I love cheesecake and pears so I'm sure I'd love this. Thanks for sharing at The Weekly Creative link party!

    Shannon @ Sewing Barefoot

    Reply
  23. Printabelle

    January 23, 2013 at 4:50 am

    Oh, wow! That looks marvelous and your photos are gorgeous, too, what a spectacular dessert!

    Reply
  24. jp

    January 23, 2013 at 5:29 am

    My, oh my….I'm dying to taste this! Pinned it to my decadent desserts board, to remember to try it sometime!

    Reply
  25. Kristi

    January 23, 2013 at 5:31 am

    Oh my Evelyn, that looks amazing! Cheesecake with fruit topping is my fave!

    Be sure to come share it at the Farm Girl Blot Fest on Friday! I'd love it if you did!

    [email protected] This Mind Be in You
    http://thismindbeinyou.blogspot.com

    Reply
  26. Wanda Ann Olsen

    January 23, 2013 at 6:35 am

    Evelyn,
    This looks so good, I'm making this first chance I get. Your pictures are beautiful. Thank you for linking it up. I wish I had a pear recipe, I will have to come up with one.
    Wanda Ann

    Reply
  27. Jessi @ Practically Functional

    January 23, 2013 at 4:54 pm

    Yum, that looks absolutely fabulous! I love cheesecake. 🙂

    Reply
  28. mail4rosey

    January 23, 2013 at 6:15 pm

    That's about the best looking thing I've seen all day!

    Reply
  29. Julie

    January 23, 2013 at 10:55 pm

    Oh wow, this looks great, Evelyn! I sure do wish I had a slice!

    Reply
  30. Wanda Ann Olsen

    January 24, 2013 at 9:34 am

    Evelyn,
    I am making this as soon as I get back home. I am also featuring you on Follow Up on Alaska and Link Party today. This recipe totally deserves it.
    Thank you for linking up my friend.
    Wanda Ann @ memoriesbythemile.com

    Reply
  31. PreparedtoEat.com

    January 24, 2013 at 1:18 pm

    That looks delicious!!

    Reply
  32. Feral Turtle

    January 24, 2013 at 1:58 pm

    OMG….I wish I could put you in my kitchen right now! That looks amazing. I think I will pin this on my "Recipes To Try" board. Just cruising Katherine's blog hop and thought I would say hi!

    Reply
  33. AudreyN

    January 24, 2013 at 4:14 pm

    Oh my goodness how much fun!! And that looks delicious!

    Reply
  34. Reecea Henderson

    January 24, 2013 at 6:14 pm

    Saw your post on The Taylor House Link Party. Cheesecakes looks delish! Pinning now. My post is #38.

    Reply
  35. Linda Bouffard

    January 25, 2013 at 1:55 am

    This is a really cool thing to do as a bunch of bloggers, huh? Love it and the cheesecake glaze. O dear! I love cheesecake and the pear glaze.. just ramps it up, doesn't it? Thanks for being a bloggy friend, Linda

    Reply
  36. Ali @ JamHands.net

    January 25, 2013 at 2:30 am

    How pretty 🙂 I love it, pinning this. Thanks for the recipe! If you don't mind I wanted to invite you to come link up at Recipe Sharing Monday and share your favorite recipes. Have a super week. 🙂

    Reply
  37. Darby Hawley

    January 25, 2013 at 3:08 am

    Oh my word, I'm salivating! That looks delicious, so of course I'm going to have to pin this!
    Thanks for sharing 🙂
    Stopping by from Love and Laundry's link up party

    Reply
  38. Diane

    January 25, 2013 at 1:38 pm

    This is one killer cheesecake.

    Reply
  39. Miz Helen

    January 25, 2013 at 6:59 pm

    Could I please have an extra serving of glaze on mine please? Hope you have a great weekend and thanks for sharing your tasty recipe with Full Plate Thursday.
    Come Back Soon!
    Miz Helen

    Reply
  40. Alexis AKA MOM

    January 26, 2013 at 1:04 am

    OMGosh my dear that looks so yummy!!!! When I'm back on carbs and fruit so on my to do list 🙂

    Reply
  41. Katherines Corner

    January 26, 2013 at 2:56 am

    wow sweetie you knocked this out of the park. two big yums ( thumbs) up! Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things hop xo

    Reply
  42. Mrs. Tucker

    January 26, 2013 at 3:18 pm

    Oh. My. Goodness. That looks delish!

    Reply
  43. Kendra

    January 26, 2013 at 11:21 pm

    This looks so delicious! I never thought about pears with cheesecake. Thanks for sharing on Whisk Away Wednesday!

    Reply
  44. Melissa

    January 27, 2013 at 1:28 am

    This looks awesome! =)

    Reply
  45. The Quiet Mom

    January 27, 2013 at 1:44 am

    My, oh my, …. looks soooo sooo goood!

    TQM hopping by, blogging @ Lipoid Pneumonia, Breast Cancer & Petroleum Jelly

    Reply
  46. HungryLittleGirl

    January 27, 2013 at 8:32 pm

    This is such a beautiful and mouthwatering cheesecake! I love it!
    Thank you so much for sharing this at Wednesday Extravaganza – see you there again next week with more deliciousness 🙂

    Reply
  47. Judy Haughton-James

    January 28, 2013 at 6:30 pm

    This looks great! I have eaten these pears in tins. I love them and I am sure this tastes good.

    Reply
  48. Christine

    January 28, 2013 at 11:16 pm

    Oh my goodness… does that ever look GOOD!!

    Thanks so much for partying with me last week at The DIY Dreamer… From Dream To Reality! I’m really looking forward to seeing what you share tomorrow evening!

    Reply
  49. Shannon Barefoot

    January 29, 2013 at 4:09 am

    Oh my gosh! I really want a piece of that right now!! That looks so good 🙂 Thanks for linking up to The Weekly Creative.

    Shannon @ Sewing Barefoot

    Reply
  50. Jann Olson

    January 30, 2013 at 12:48 am

    YUM! You had me at caramel. It really is beautiful. I am sure that it is delicious as well. I no longer have a springform pan. I think I need to get one again. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

    Reply
  51. Lisa @ Grandmas Briefs

    January 30, 2013 at 5:43 am

    This looks heavenly. I'd have to make it without the pecans, though, as my husband doesn't care for nuts. I bet it would still be delicious. Thank you for sharing in the GRAND Social.

    Reply
  52. Theresa

    January 30, 2013 at 7:12 pm

    Hi Evelyn, Thanks for linking up @ DearCreatives.com who ended up winning? or are you all winners? xo

    Reply
  53. Jill @Two Yellow Birds Decor

    January 30, 2013 at 7:40 pm

    Oh my that looks Delish!!! Thanks so much for sharing at Thursday's Temptation. I am going to be featuring this at tonights link party! Wahoo!
    Jill

    Reply
  54. Tanya-Lemonsforlulu.com

    January 30, 2013 at 9:33 pm

    Great use of pears, my goodness that looks amazing! Love the caramel sauce! Thanks for sharing this at One Creative Weekend!

    Reply
  55. Diana - FreeStyleMama

    February 1, 2013 at 2:36 am

    WOW! Looks amazing!

    Reply
  56. Kathy Moody

    February 1, 2013 at 4:39 am

    Oh my gosh, that looks amazing!!! I want a piece right now. 🙂 I am thrilled that you shared with us at A Bouquet of Talent this week. Have a wonderful weekend! 🙂

    Hugs
    Kathy @ http://www.lifeonlakeshoredrive.com

    Reply
  57. Vicki Valenta

    February 1, 2013 at 4:52 am

    Wow! That looks delicious!

    Reply
  58. Diane

    February 1, 2013 at 1:29 pm

    Just wanted you to know that your recipe is being featured to today on foodie friday. Will be pinning and tweeting it this week too. Thanks again for being part of our party.

    Reply
  59. Connie

    February 2, 2013 at 1:22 am

    All the way through reading this post my brain was repeating "oh my gosh!" It looks so good I can't stand it! Thanks for linking with me 🙂

    Reply
  60. Becolorful

    February 3, 2013 at 3:53 am

    Oh my. I think I just put on two pounds just looking at it but I would be it is well worth a few extra trips to the gym. 😀 Thanks for sharing.
    p

    Reply
  61. [email protected]

    February 3, 2013 at 12:14 pm

    Looks amazing and bet it tastes even more so! Thanks so much for sharing on Busy Monday!

    Reply
  62. Kathryn Ferguson Griffin

    February 3, 2013 at 2:23 pm

    Oh, sweet Lord, this looks good!!! Thank you for sharing this at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Hope to see your prettiness again on Monday. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

    Reply
  63. Claire Justine

    February 3, 2013 at 9:52 pm

    Thanks for sharing with us at Creative Mondays, featuring this week 🙂

    Reply
  64. Annie

    February 4, 2013 at 4:26 pm

    Your cake looks so good! I have never seen the cake topping like this!

    Reply
  65. Savannah McQueen

    May 7, 2013 at 9:03 am

    I cannot think of an adjective to describe how wonderful this cake looks. Your husband is one lucky man. Thanks for sharing at Saturday Dishes! -Savannah

    Reply
  66. Jamie

    February 28, 2014 at 4:06 am

    5 stars
    Oh my goodness, this cake looks so fabulous! If pears and caramel aren't a great enough combination, throw in the cheesecake and I'm definitely excited for this one! Pinning.

    Reply

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