Pour this mix into the pan on top of the pecan filling, using spoonfuls to do this. Do not pour as you will move the filling and pecans

Wrap the bottom of your springform pan tightly on the bottom with aluminum foil. Use a couple of layers of foil.

Place the springform pan into a pan that is larger than the springform pan

Pour water into the outer pan part way up the foil. This is called a water bath

Place the pans into the oven and bake for 1 hour, just until the cheesecake is still slightly jiggly

FOURTH STEP:

Turn the heat off for the oven, leave the cheesecake in the oven for 30 minutes, then crack the door open just slightly and continue to leave the cheesecake in the oven for another 30 minutes to cool

Place the cheesecake on the counter, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap once it is completely cooled. Then place it in the refrigerator overnight to chill.

FIFTH STEP:

The next day, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and prepare the topping