Description
Indulge in the rich, creamy layers of this Caramel Pecan Layered Dessert, where the smoothness of cream cheese meets the crunch of toasted pecans. Each bite offers a delightful contrast of textures, with a sweet caramel drizzle that enhances the overall flavor experience, making it a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- Crust:
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- Layer 1:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- Layer 2:
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
- Layer 3:
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool completely.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping until well combined.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Drizzle 1/2 cup of caramel sauce over the cream cheese layer, then sprinkle with 1 cup of toasted pecans.
- Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pecan layer.
- Drizzle the remaining caramel sauce on top and sprinkle with additional chopped pecans for garnish.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- This dessert can be made a day in advance, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute graham crackers with gluten-free cookies.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: desserts
- Method: no-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of the dessert)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25 grams
- Sodium: 150 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 4 grams
- Cholesterol: 30 milligrams
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