Pecan Cream Pie
A delightful dessert featuring rich, nutty flavors of pecans combined with a creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the filling
- 1 unbaked 9-inch crust 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust Store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup 1 cup heavy whipping cream For whipping
- 1/3 cup 1/3 cup powdered sugar For sweetness in the whipped cream
- 16 oz 16 oz cream cheese, softened Ensure cream cheese is softened for smooth mixing
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds rich sweetness
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup maple syrup For flavor and sweetness
- 1 1/2 cups 1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped Chop before adding
- 1/4 tsp 1/4 tsp salt Balances sweetness
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by blind baking the pie crust. Let it cool completely before using.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream with the powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, brown sugar, salt, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Stir in 1 cup of the chopped pecans.
- Spread the mixture into the cooled pie crust and top it with the remaining pecans.
- Place the pie in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Serve chilled, optionally with a dollop of fresh whipped cream or extra maple syrup. Ensure cream cheese is softened for best results. Don’t skip the chilling step; it enhances flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g
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