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No-Bake Pecan Cream Cheese Pie

A rich, creamy pecan cream pie with a slice cut out, showing the thick filling and pecan topping.
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This recipe delivers a rich, velvety pecan pie experience without turning on your oven. You get a buttery crust, a smooth cream cheese filling, and a crunchy toasted pecan topping. It is an easy, make-ahead holiday dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pre-made 9-inch graham cracker crust
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce (optional, for drizzling)

Instructions

  1. Toast your chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Set them aside to cool completely.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Set this whipped cream aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  4. Gently fold the reserved whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. Do not overmix; you want to keep the filling light.
  5. Stir the cooled, toasted pecans into the creamy filling mixture.
  6. Spoon the entire filling mixture evenly into your pre-made graham cracker crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Cover the pie loosely with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, until the filling is firm.
  8. Before serving, drizzle the top with caramel sauce, if you are using it. Slice and serve this decadent pecan dessert chilled.

Notes

  • Toasting the pecans significantly deepens their nutty flavor, making this chilled pecan pie taste richer.
  • You can use a pre-baked pastry crust instead of a graham cracker crust for a different texture.
  • This is an excellent make-ahead pie; prepare it the day before your event for the best texture.

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Find it online: https://www.purecookingjoy.com/pecan-cream-pie-recipe/

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