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Pecan Cream Pie

A luscious, no-bake pie (aside from the crust) with a rich cream cheese and whipped cream filling, studded with sweet pecans and kissed with maple syrup. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a make-ahead dessert for any special occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Holiday Favorites, Pie
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 9-inch pie crust unbaked
  • 16 oz cream cheese softened (two 8 oz packages)
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups pecans finely chopped, divided
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • whipped topping thawed, optional

Instructions
 

  • Bake the pie crust based on package directions and let it cool completely.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  • Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Stir in brown sugar, 1 cup of chopped pecans, maple syrup, and salt.
  • Pour filling into cooled pie crust and spread evenly. If desired, top with thawed whipped topping and sprinkle with remaining pecans.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set, ideally overnight.

Notes

For a richer flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the filling.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcal
Keyword cream pie, holiday dessert, maple pecan, no-bake pie, pecan pie
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