Creamy Pecan Pie Dip That Will Wow Your Guests Today

This Creamy Pecan Pie Dip captures the essence of classic pecan pie without baking, perfect for gatherings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 55

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: Southern

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Creamy Base

8 ounces Cream Cheese at room temperature
1 cup Whipped Topping homemade preferred

For the Pecan Topping

1 cup Chopped Pecans or whole halves
½ cup Brown Sugar coconut sugar optional
½ cup Corn Syrup maple syrup as alternative
¼ cup Unsalted Butter
1 large Egg at room temperature
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure extract preferred
1 pinch Salt to taste

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Electric mixer
medium saucepan
serving dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a mixing bowl, beat 8 ounces of cream cheese with 1 cup of confectioners' sugar for 2-3 minutes until fluffy. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until smooth.
In a saucepan, combine 1 cup chopped pecans, ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup corn syrup, ¼ cup unsalted butter, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Cook on medium-low heat for 3-5 minutes until bubbly.
Allow pecan topping to cool for 10-15 minutes. Spread cream cheese mixture in a serving dish. Pour cooled pecan topping over without mixing.
Sprinkle extra chopped pecans on top before serving. Serve with graham crackers, apples, or wafers.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth consistency. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

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