My Best Favorite Pecan Cream Pie! 🥧🍁✨

By: Rabia

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

  1. Prepare the Crust

    • Blind bake the 9-inch pie crust at 375°F until lightly golden, about 8–10 minutes.

    • Let cool completely.

  2. Make the Whipped Cream

    • In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

  3. Make the Cream Filling

    • In another bowl, beat cream cheese, brown sugar, maple syrup, and salt until smooth and creamy.

  4. Combine & Fold

    • Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fluffy and well incorporated.

  5. Add Pecans

    • Stir in 1 cup of chopped pecans.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

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🌟 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.

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