Description
A delightful no-bake dessert that layers crunchy graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and a rich pecan topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (for the crust)
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (for the pecan filling)
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups chopped pecans
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make the crust: Mix together graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish and chill for 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare the cream cheese layer: Beat cream cheese until smooth, mix in powdered sugar and vanilla, then fold in whipped topping. Spread over the chilled crust.
- Cook the pecan filling: In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, light corn syrup, and remaining butter. Heat until bubbly, remove from heat, and whisk in eggs, then add pecans, vanilla, and salt.
- Layer it up: Once the pecan mixture has cooled, pour it over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Serve: Cut into bars with a warm knife. Enjoy chilled or topped with whipped cream.
Notes
Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature to prevent lumps. Let the pecan mixture cool before pouring over the cream cheese layer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: pecan pie, no-bake dessert, layered dessert