Buttery, nutty, and lusciously creamy — this Pecan Cream Pie is a no-fuss dessert that combines a crunchy crust with a light, fluffy cream filling and toasted pecans. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or anytime you’re craving indulgence!
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Servings & Timing
Yield: 8 slices
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 10 minutes (for crust)
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: About 2 hours 30 minutes
Dietary Badges:
Vegetarian
Make-Ahead Friendly
✅ Ingredients
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
1 cup heavy whipping cream
⅓ cup powdered sugar
16 oz cream cheese, softened
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup maple syrup
1 ½ cups pecans, chopped (divided)
¼ tsp salt
📖 Instructions
Prepare the Crust
Blind bake the 9-inch pie crust at 375°F until lightly golden, about 8–10 minutes.
Let cool completely.
Make the Whipped Cream
In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
Make the Cream Filling
In another bowl, beat cream cheese, brown sugar, maple syrup, and salt until smooth and creamy.
Combine & Fold
Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fluffy and well incorporated.
Add Pecans
Stir in 1 cup of chopped pecans.
Assemble Pie
Spread the cream filling into the cooled pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Sprinkle remaining ½ cup chopped pecans evenly over the top.
Chill & Serve
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before slicing and serving.
🔑 Notes & Tips
Toast the pecans beforehand for deeper nutty flavor.
For extra stability, add 1 tsp cornstarch to the whipped cream.
Make it festive: Drizzle caramel sauce on top before serving.
🌟 Variations
Chocolate Pecan Cream Pie: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder to the cream cheese mixture.
Keto-Friendly: Swap pie crust for an almond flour crust and use monk fruit sweetener.
Mini Pies: Prepare in tart shells or ramekins for individual servings.
❄️ Storage
Fridge: Keeps well, covered, for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze slices individually for up to 1 month; thaw in the fridge overnight.
💌 Final Notes
This Pecan Cream Pie is silky, nutty, and rich — yet light enough to enjoy after a big meal. It’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any special gathering.
