Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of No Bake Pecan Pie Dip, a decadent treat that captures all the flavors of traditional pecan pie without the hassle of baking. Perfect for any occasion, this easy dessert can be whipped up in just 20 minutes and is sure to impress your guests with its rich texture and nutty flavor. Whether you serve it with crisp apple slices for a refreshing contrast or salty pretzel crisps for that perfect sweet-salty balance, this dip is a versatile addition to your dessert repertoire. Make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to enjoy, making it an ideal choice for holiday gatherings or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounces whipped topping
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons cold butter, cut into small pieces
- ⅓ cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 large egg
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, whipped topping, and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until smooth.
- Spread this mixture evenly in a pie plate and chill.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, cold butter, corn syrup, chopped pecans, vanilla extract, egg, and kosher salt.
- Stir constantly until it reaches a gentle boil; cook for one minute, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Pour the cooled pecan topping over the chilled cream cheese layer.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of dip (about 63g)
- Calories: 176
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 138mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chocolate chips or caramel sauce into the dip. This dip pairs wonderfully with fresh fruits like banana chips or can be spread on toasted bread for a delightful breakfast option.