Description
This luscious Pecan Cream Pie combines a buttery pie crust with a creamy, sweetened cream cheese filling folded with whipped cream and chopped pecans. Topped with a smooth whipped cream layer and more toasted pecans, it is a rich, no-bake dessert perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful blend of nutty texture and creamy sweetness.
Ingredients
Pie Crust
- 1 9-inch pie crust, homemade or storebought, baked and cooled
Filling
- 1 cup (238 g) heavy whipping cream
- ¼ cup (31 g) confectioner’s sugar
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup (79 g) pure maple syrup
- 1 ½ cups (163.5 g) pecans, finely chopped, divided
Topping
- 8 ounces whipped cream, for topping
Instructions
- Whip the heavy cream: In a large mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream and confectioner’s sugar. Using a hand mixer, whip on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside this whipped cream.
- Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In another large bowl, add the softened cream cheese, light brown sugar, and pure maple syrup. Beat with a hand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is fully combined and smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Fold in the whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped heavy cream into the cream cheese mixture, taking care to maintain the airy texture and fully incorporate the two components.
- Add pecans to filling: Fold in 1 cup of the finely chopped pecans into the cream mixture, distributing them evenly.
- Fill the pie crust: Spoon the pecan-cream filling into the cooled baked pie crust, smoothing the top evenly with a spatula for a polished finish.
- Chill the pie: Place the filled pie in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, although overnight chilling is recommended for best texture and set.
- Add the topping: Once chilled, spread a smooth layer of whipped cream over the top of the pie.
- Garnish: Evenly sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of finely chopped pecans over the whipped cream layer as a crunchy, decorative finish before serving.
Notes
- For best results, bake and cool the pie crust ahead of time to prevent sogginess.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smooth mixing without lumps.
- Use fresh, high-quality pecans for optimal flavor and crunch.
- This pie is best served chilled and should be kept refrigerated until serving.
- Can be prepared a day in advance to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
