Pecan Pie Lasagna

Here’s a detailed Pecan Pie Lasagna recipe—a deliciously layered dessert combining the rich flavors of pecan pie with the creamy decadence of a layered no-bake dessert. It’s perfect for holidays or potlucks and requires no oven baking.

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🍂 Pecan Pie Lasagna Recipe

🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes

❄️ Chill Time: 4 hours or overnight

🍽️ Serves: 12–15

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🧺 Ingredients

Crust Layer

• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or vanilla wafer crumbs)

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

• 2 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)

Cream Cheese Layer

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1½ cups whipped topping (like Cool Whip)

Pecan Pie Layer

• 1 cup light brown sugar

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• ⅓ cup cornstarch

• ½ tsp salt

• 2 cups whole milk

• 4 large egg yolks

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter

• 1½ cups chopped pecans

• 1½ tsp vanilla extract

Whipped Topping Layer

• 2½ cups whipped topping (or more, to taste)

• ½ cup chopped pecans (for garnish)

• Caramel sauce (optional, for drizzle)

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🍴 Instructions

🔹 Step 1: Prepare the Crust

1. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter until well combined and moist.

2. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9×13-inch dish. Use the back of a spoon or a flat-bottomed glass to pack it tightly.

3. Place in the refrigerator to firm up while you make the next layers.

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🔹 Step 2: Make the Cream Cheese Layer

1. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth.

2. Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and mix until creamy.

3. Gently fold in whipped topping.

4. Spread this mixture evenly over the chilled crust. Return to the fridge.

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🔹 Step 3: Cook the Pecan Pie Filling

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

2. Gradually whisk in milk and egg yolks.

3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens (about 7–10 minutes). Do not boil.

4. Remove from heat and stir in butter, vanilla, and chopped pecans.

5. Let cool to room temperature, then spread evenly over the cream cheese layer.

6. Chill for 15–20 minutes to set before adding the final layer.

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🔹 Step 4: Top with Whipped Topping

1. Spread the remaining whipped topping over the pecan pie layer.

2. Sprinkle chopped pecans over the top.

3. Drizzle caramel sauce over it (optional but highly recommended).

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🔹 Step 5: Chill and Serve

1. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.

2. Cut into squares and serve chilled.

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📝 Tips

• You can use vanilla pudding mix as a shortcut for the pecan filling—just mix it with chopped pecans for a quicker version.

• Toasted pecans enhance the nutty flavor. Just toast them in a dry skillet for 3–5 minutes until fragrant.

• For a crunchier crust, bake it at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes and cool completely before adding other layers.

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