Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 4 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup honey
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is crumbly. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until combined. Stir in the vanilla, honey, and pecans. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the center is just set. Cool the cheesecake on a wire rack for 10 minutes before removing from the pan. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Interesting Facts
- This cheesecake is a traditional Southern dessert, often served at family gatherings and celebrations.
- The combination of honey and pecans gives the cheesecake a unique and delicious flavor.
- The graham cracker crust is the perfect complement to the rich and creamy cheesecake filling.
