Description
Pecan Pie Lasagna is a no-bake dessert that combines layers of a graham cracker crust, cream cheese filling, and a rich pecan pie layer, creating a delicious and easy-to-make treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip), thawed
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish and chill for 10–15 minutes.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla; mix until combined. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over the chilled crust.
- In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, and butter. Cook over medium heat until bubbling. Remove from heat, whisk in eggs gradually, then stir in pecans, vanilla, and salt. Let cool slightly.
- Pour the cooled pecan mixture over the cream cheese layer. Spread evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Slice with a clean, warm knife. Top with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
- For best results, allow the lasagna to chill overnight to enhance the flavors.
- You can substitute the chopped pecans with walnuts if preferred.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg