Description
This delightful Cream Cheese Pecan Pie combines rich cream cheese with crunchy pecans, capturing the spirit of fall in every slice.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 4–5 tablespoons cold water
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup corn syrup (light or dark)
- 1 ½ cups pecans, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Incorporate butter: Add the softened butter and blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add water: Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough clumps together.
- Chill: Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add sugar: Gradually add granulated sugar, mixing well until thoroughly combined.
- Incorporate eggs and flavorings: Add one egg at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and corn syrup, blending until smooth.
- Fold in pecans: Gently fold in the chopped pecans and cinnamon (if using).
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit your pie dish (about a 12-inch circle).
- Transfer to pie dish: Carefully transfer the rolled dough to your pie dish, trimming the edges as needed.
- Pour filling: Pour the cream cheese and pecan filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is lightly browned.
- Cool: Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
For the best results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. Consider variations like gluten-free options or adding chocolate chips.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American