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Sweet and tangy pecan pie dip is a creamy, dreamy dessert that captures the essence of pecan pie in a dippable format.
A Favorite Sweet Dip
Pecan pie dip is a decadent dessert that reimagines the classic Pecan Pie in a convenient and shareable format. And trust us – it’s INCREDIBLE!
This delicious dip features a tangy base and a rich caramel layer topped with crunchy pecans, offering a mouth-watering combination of flavors and textures.
We love to serve this dip at holiday gatherings or casual get-togethers with a variety of dippers, such as apple slices, graham crackers, or pretzels. And every time we make it, it gets incredible rave reviews. We hope you love it just as much as we do.
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- Decadent flavor. The perfect balance of sweet caramel, crunchy pecans, and creamy base creates an irresistible dip.
- Dipper options. Pecan pie dip can be enjoyed with a variety of dippers, from fresh fruit to crackers.
- Easy to make. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this dip is a breeze to prepare and great for making ahead!
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 5 minutes
COOK TIME: 7 minutes
COOL TIME: 8 minutes
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened – Place at room temperature for 30-60 minutes so it will be soft enough to whip
- 1 cup whipped topping – store-bought Cool-whip or homemade Whipped Cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar – sifted to remove any lumps
- 4 tablespoons salted butter – salted butter helps add contrast to the sweetness of the dip.
- ½ cup brown sugar – I use light brown sugar, but dark brown sugar can also be used
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup chopped pecans – You can buy whole pecans and chop them
- dash of salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- apple slices, pretzel crisps, graham crackers and/or stroopwafels for serving
How to Make Pecan Pie Dip
- CREAM CHEESE MIXTURE. In a medium bowl, add 8 ounces softened cream cheese, 1 cup whipped topping, and 1 cup powdered sugar. Beat until smooth and pour into the bottom of a pie plate. Refrigerate.
- PECAN MIXTURE. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt 4 tablespoons butter and add ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup corn syrup, 1 cup pecans, and a dash of salt. Stirring occasionally, bring to a simmer. Remove from heat, add 2 teaspoons vanilla, and let cool for 8 minutes.
- MIX. Remove the cream cheese mixture from the fridge. Stir and pour the pecan mixture over the cream cheese and serve immediately.
- ENJOY! Serve with apples, pretzel crisps, graham crackers, and stroopwafels.
More Dippable Ideas
- Fresh fruit. Fresh apple slices, pear slices, or grapes offer a refreshing contrast to the rich dip.
- Cookies. Graham crackers, Biscoff cookies, shortbread cookies, gingersnaps, butter waffle cookies, or vanilla wafers are classic choices.
- Crackers. Pretzels, crackers, cubes of French bread, or even Cinnamon Tortilla Chips provide a sturdy base for the dip.
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Pecan Pie Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- dash of salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- apple slices, pretzel crisps, graham crackers and/or stroopwafels, for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add cream cheese, whipped topping, and powdered sugar. Beat until smooth and pour into the bottom of a pie plate. Refrigerate.
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, melt butter and add brown sugar, corn syrup, pecans, and salt. Stirring occasionally, bring to a simmer. Remove from heat, add vanilla, and let cool for 8 minutes.
- Remove the cream cheese mixture from the fridge. Stir and pour the pecan mixture over the cream cheese and serve immediately.
- Serve with apples, pretzel crisps, graham crackers, and stroopwafels.
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Heat your oven to 350°F. Spread the pecan on a baking sheet and bake for 6-8 minutes, stirring every 3 minutes, until golden brown and fragrant.
You can make this dip up to 2 days in advance and keep it stored in the refrigerator.
Store leftover pecan pie dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Freezing is not recommended.
