Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of this Pecan Pie Dip that perfectly captures the flavors of a classic pecan pie. This easy-to-make dessert dip is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for gatherings and parties.
Ingredients
Scale
Cream Cheese Mixture:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Toppings:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Mix Cream Cheese Mixture: In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add powdered sugar, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Beat until creamy.
- Add Heavy Cream: Stir in heavy cream until dip is light and spreadable.
- Combine Pecans: Fold in chopped pecans, reserving some for garnish.
- Serve: Transfer dip to a bowl, sprinkle with reserved pecans, and serve with desired accompaniments.
Notes
- Toast pecans for extra flavor.
- For added sweetness, include a tablespoon of caramel sauce.
- For a lighter option, use Greek yogurt as a substitute for some cream cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
