Pecan Pie Lasagna Recipe
Indulge in the decadent layers of Pecan Pie Lasagna, a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie. This no-bake dessert features a buttery graham cracker crust, a creamy cream cheese layer, and a rich pecan filling, creating a perfect harmony of flavors and textures.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Crust Layer:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
For the Pecan Filling Layer:
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish and chill for 10–15 minutes.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Layer: Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix until combined. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over the chilled crust.
- Cook the Pecan Layer: In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Cook over medium heat until bubbling. Remove from heat, whisk in eggs gradually, then stir in pecans, vanilla, and salt. Let cool slightly.
- Layer and Chill: Pour the cooled pecan mixture over the cream cheese layer. Spread evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Serve: Slice with a clean, warm knife. Top with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Pecan Pie Lasagna, dessert, no-bake, pecan pie, cream cheese, graham cracker