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Pecan Cream Pie Recipe

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Pecan Cream Pie is a luscious, no-bake dessert featuring a smooth cream cheese and maple syrup filling folded with whipped cream and crunchy pecans, all set in a buttery baked pie crust. This rich and creamy pie, topped with whipped cream and more pecans, offers a perfect balance of sweet, nutty flavors and a delightful texture combination, making it an ideal treat for gatherings or special occasions.

Ingredients

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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

  1. Mix heavy whipping cream and confectioners’ sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine the heavy whipping cream and confectioner’s sugar. Using a hand mixer, beat at medium speed until stiff peaks form. Set this whipped cream aside.
  2. Beat cream cheese with brown sugar and maple syrup: In another large bowl, add the softened cream cheese, light brown sugar, and pure maple syrup. Using a hand mixer, beat at medium speed until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  3. Fold in whipped cream mixture: Gently fold the whipped heavy cream into the cream cheese mixture using a spatula until fully incorporated, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
  4. Fold in pecans: Add 1 cup of finely chopped pecans to the mixture and gently fold them in evenly.
  5. Scoop mixture into pie crust: Pour the prepared filling into the baked and cooled 9-inch pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
  6. Chill the pie: Place the pie in the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the filling to set properly.
  7. Spread whipped cream topping: Once chilled, spread the 8 ounces of whipped cream evenly over the surface of the pie in a smooth layer.
  8. Sprinkle with remaining pecans: Evenly sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of finely chopped pecans on top of the whipped cream layer before serving.

Notes

  • For best results, use a fully baked and cooled pie crust to prevent sogginess.
  • Chilling the pie overnight improves the texture and flavor melding.
  • If desired, you can toast the pecans lightly before chopping for enhanced nuttiness.
  • Use full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream for the creamiest texture.
  • This pie is best served chilled and should be kept refrigerated until serving.

Keywords: pecan cream pie, no bake pie, cream cheese pie, maple pecan pie, holiday dessert, easy no bake pie

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