Description
If you’re hunting for the ultimate easy dessert that’s creamy, nutty, and no-bake—this Pecan Cream Pie is your answer. With layers of silky cream cheese filling, toasted pecans, fluffy whipped topping, and a buttery graham cracker crust, it’s a must-try for any dessert lover. Perfect for those in search of quick breakfast sweets, easy dinner party desserts, or indulgent holiday treats. It’s one of those timeless food ideas that fits any occasion—effortless, elegant, and always satisfying.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for whipping)
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, toasted
1 1/2 cups whipped topping
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped pecans (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Combine graham cracker crumbs and granulated sugar in a bowl. Stir in melted butter until evenly mixed.
2. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish or springform pan. Freeze for 15 minutes.
3. In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; beat again.
4. In a cold bowl, whip the heavy cream and 1/4 cup sugar until stiff peaks form.
5. Gently fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
6. Fold in 1 1/2 cups toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
7. Spread the filling over the crust and smooth the top.
8. Add whipped topping evenly over the filling.
9. Sprinkle 1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped pecans on top.
10. Chill the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor dramatically—don’t skip it!
Make sure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to avoid lumps.
For clean slices, use a hot knife wiped clean between each cut.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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