Pecan Cream Pie (Print Version)

Creamy blend of cream cheese and maple syrup, folded with whipped cream and crunchy pecans in a flaky homemade crust.

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 1 9-inch pie crust, homemade or store-bought, baked and cooled

→ Filling

02 - 1 cup (238 g) heavy whipping cream
03 - ¼ cup (31 g) confectioner's sugar
04 - 2 packages (16 ounces total) cream cheese, softened
05 - ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
06 - ¼ cup (79 g) pure maple syrup
07 - 1 cup (109 g) pecans, finely chopped

→ Topping

08 - 8 ounces whipped cream
09 - ½ cup (54.5 g) pecans, finely chopped

# Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, add heavy whipping cream and confectioners' sugar. Using a hand mixer, mix on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Set aside.
02 - In another large bowl, combine cream cheese, brown sugar, and maple syrup. Using a hand mixer, beat at medium speed until fully combined and smooth.
03 - Gently fold the whipped heavy cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
04 - Fold in 1 cup of the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the filling.
05 - Transfer the mixture into the cooled pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula to create an even surface.
06 - Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or overnight for optimal texture and flavor development.
07 - Spread the whipped cream over the chilled filling in a smooth, even layer.
08 - Evenly sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of pecans on top of the whipped cream before serving.

# Notes:

01 - For best results, allow the pie to chill overnight to fully set and develop flavors.