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Ultimate Pecan Cream Pie

A delightful dessert combining rich flavors and creamy textures, featuring toasted pecans and a luscious filling.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pecan Filling
  • 1.5 cups pecan halves, toasted Toasting enhances flavor and adds crunch.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Essential for a rich filling.
  • 1 cup sweetened condensed milk Adds sweetness and smooth texture.
  • 0.5 cup cream cheese, softened Gives a velvety consistency.
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar Sweetens the whipped cream.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice Brightens the overall taste.
  • 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust Store-bought or homemade.
  • to taste whipped cream, for topping Optional for extra indulgence.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • pie dish
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Prepare the pie crust by placing it in the pie dish and preheating the oven to 350°F. Bake for 10-12 minutes if homemade, then cool.
  2. Toast pecan halves in the oven for 8-10 minutes. Combine softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth.
  3. Chop toasted pecans and fold into the cream cheese mixture. In another bowl, beat heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then fold into the pecan filling.
  4. Pour the pecan filling into the cooled pie crust, smooth the top, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalProtein: 4gSodium: 150mg

Notes

Chill overnight for best results.

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