• For the crust: Graham cracker crumbs: 2 ½ cups (about 18 graham crackers), finely crushed.
• Granulated sugar: ¼ cup, for added sweetness.
• Unsalted butter: ½ cup, melted, to bind the crust.
• For the cheesecake layer: Cream cheese: 2 packages (8 oz each), softened, for a creamy layer.
• Granulated sugar: ¾ cup, to sweeten the cheesecake.
• Large eggs: 2, for structure and richness.
• Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, for flavor.
• For the pecan pie layer: Light brown sugar: 1 cup, packed, for a deep sweetness.
• Light corn syrup: ½ cup, for a gooey texture.
• Heavy whipping cream: ½ cup, for richness.
• Unsalted butter: ¼ cup, to enhance the flavor.
• Kosher salt: ½ tsp, to balance the sweetness.
• Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, for flavor.
• Chopped pecans: 2 cups, for crunch.