Pecan Caramel Cheesecake

No bake cheesecake featuring toasted pecans and caramel topping.

Ingredients 

• 2 (11.1 ounces each) packages JELL-O No Bake Real Cheesecake
• 1/4 cup Sugar
• 10 tablespoons Margarine or Butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 cups chopped Toasted Pecans, divided
• 1-1/2 cups Caramel Topping, divided
• 3 cups cold Whole Milk

Preparation:

1. 1. Mix Crust Mixes, sugar, margarine and water in large bowl until well blended. Firmly press half of the crumb mixture 1-1/2 inches up side of 9-inch springform pan. Press remaining crumb mixture firmly onto bottom of pan, using bottom of a dry measuring cup. Sprinkle 1 cup of the pecans onto bottom of crust. Drizzle with 3/4 cup of the caramel topping.
   2. Pour milk into large bowl. Add Filling Mixes. Beat with electric mixer on low speed just until blended. Beat on medium speed 3 minutes. (Filling will be thick.) Spoon into crust.
   3. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or until firm. Run knife or metal spatula around rim of pan to loosen cake; remove rim of pan.
   4. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup pecans and drizzle with remaining 3/4 cup caramel topping just before serving.
   5. Store leftover cheesecake in refrigerator.

Cheesecake Making Tips – Pecans

Pecans are a native North American nut with a sweet taste and a soft texture. They are a popular dessert nut for their beautiful oval appearance.