Pecan Cream Pie

Recipe makes 1 pie Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 2 hours

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/3 cup powdered sugar
• 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

PREPARATION:

1. Blind bake the pie crust following the package instructions. Allow it to cool completely before proceeding with the filling.
2. Using an electric mixer, beat the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar in a small bowl until stiff peaks form.
3. In a separate large bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, brown sugar, salt, and maple syrup until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined. Then, carefully stir in 1 cup of the finely chopped pecans.
5. Spread the prepared filling into the cooled pie crust and sprinkle the remaining pecans on top.
6. Chill the pie until it is firm, which typically takes at least 2 hours or overnight.
7. Serve and enjoy!