Honey Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

By Sarah On December 8, 2014 | Updated: November 27, 2023

This post is sponsored by Don Victor Honey. All opinions are 100% mine.

Silky cheesecake and a luxurious honey pecan pie topping are the perfect duo in these pecan pie cheesecake bars! They make a great addition to any holiday dessert table.

We’re combining two beloved desserts today and let me tell you, there has never been a better pairing in the history of desserts, period.

Pecan pie + cheesecake bars is pretty much the only thing you need in your life, I’m gonna say it.

We’ve got all the things you love about a classic cheesecake with a graham cracker crust + rich cream cheese filling only this version also has a killer pecan pie topping. It’s life-changing.

Just gonna say it, your holiday dessert table is incomplete without a batch or 10 of this goodness!

These Cheesecake Bars feature…

A buttery graham cracker crust
Rich and creamy cheesecake filling
A caramel-y honey pecan pie topping
Make ahead options and always a hit at holiday gatherings

Making the Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

(scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full recipe)

Ingredients You Will Need

Graham cracker crumbs
Granulated sugar
Unsalted butter
Cream cheese
2% or skim milk
Vanilla extract
Eggs
Brown sugar
Honey
Heavy whipping cream
Pecans

Tips for Perfect Cheesecake Bars

Pre-bake crust – this sets the graham cracker crust up perfectly.
Pre-bake cheesecake layer – baking the cheesecake layer before adding the pecan layer helps it set up slightly so the pecan topping can be spread on top.
Use chopped pecans for topping – this makes for easier slicing later.
Refrigerate bars before serving – we recommend cooling bars completely to room temperature and then chilling at least 2 hours before serving.
Use parchment paper to remove bars from pan – grasp the parchment paper overhang and gently remove bars from pan and transfer to a cutting board.
Clean knife between cutting bars – Use a kitchen towel to wipe the knife off between each cut for smooth, clean lines.

Recipe Variations

Try these ideas for a different twist on this recipe.

Use a different nut – try chopped walnuts in place of the pecans.
Replace honey with maple syrup – this will add a rich, nutty flavor to the bars.
Try gingersnap crumbs in crust – this adds a warming spice element that’s so delicious!

Storing Bars

These bars store well in the refrigerator up to 6 days. You can slice them ahead of time and place on a plate or keep them in the pan.

For best results, keep bars refrigerated until just before you are ready to serve to keep the cheesecake perfectly chilled and fresh.

Pecan pie bars are an absolute must on any holiday cookie tray, but really? When you throw cheesecake into the mix you KNOW you’ve got a winner. Folks are guaranteed to go “nuts” over these bars.

Give these bars a try this holiday season, guys! You’ll definitely become the most popular person at the party.

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