Description
This Cream Cheese Pecan Pie combines the gooey richness of a classic pecan pie with a smooth and creamy cheesecake layer. With a crunchy pecan topping and a buttery crust, this indulgent dessert is perfect for holidays, Thanksgiving, or any special occasion!
Ingredients
For the Pie:
- 2 frozen deep-dish pie crusts (thawed, but still cold)
For the Pecan Filling:
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups light corn syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
For the Cream Cheese Layer:
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Crumbly Pecan Topping (Optional):
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat Oven – Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and place pie crusts on a lined baking sheet.
- Prepare Pecan Filling – Beat eggs, sugar, corn syrup, and vanilla. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Partially Bake Pecan Layer – Divide filling between pie crusts and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Layer – Beat softened cream cheese, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add Cream Cheese Layer – Spread gently over the baked pecan layer.
- Bake Again – Bake for another 20-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Make Optional Pecan Topping – Mix pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter.
- Add Topping & Final Bake – Sprinkle over pies and bake for 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool & Chill – Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Preheat Oven – Set oven to 350°F (175°C) and place pie crusts on a lined baking sheet.
- Prepare Pecan Filling – Beat eggs, sugar, corn syrup, and vanilla. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Partially Bake Pecan Layer – Divide filling between pie crusts and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Layer – Beat softened cream cheese, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add Cream Cheese Layer – Spread gently over the baked pecan layer.
- Bake Again – Bake for another 20-30 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Make Optional Pecan Topping – Mix pecans, brown sugar, flour, and melted butter.
- Add Topping & Final Bake – Sprinkle over pies and bake for 5-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool & Chill – Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20minutes
- Cook Time: 50minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
