Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Pecan Cream Pie, a decadent dessert that combines the nutty flavor of pecans with a luscious caramel filling in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for any occasion, this no-bake pie is a crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests craving for more.
Ingredients
Pie Crust:
- 1 prepared 9-inch pie crust, baked and cooled
Filling:
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Mix in powdered sugar and vanilla until fully combined.
- Gently fold in whipped cream until light and fluffy.
- Stir in toasted pecans, caramel sauce, and salt until evenly distributed.
- Spread filling into the cooled pie crust, smoothing the top.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
- Before serving, drizzle with extra caramel sauce and sprinkle with additional pecans if desired.
Notes
- For added crunch, use a graham cracker or shortbread crust instead of traditional pie crust.
- This pie can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
