Decadent Pecan Pie Dip

Decadent Pecan Pie Dip

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 15 min
Cook Time: 20 min Total Time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings Category: Desserts And Drinks Cuisine: American Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description A creamy, nutty dip that captures the flavors of pecan pie, perfect for scooping and sharing.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces ( 226g ) full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup ( 113g ) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup ( 100g ) packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup ( 30g ) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt (about 1/8 teaspoon)
  • 1 cup ( 100g ) pecan halves, roughly chopped after toasting
  • 1/4 cup ( 57g ) unsalted butter (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup ( 100g ) packed light brown sugar (for topping)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (for topping)
  • Pinch of salt (about 1/8 teaspoon, for topping)
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Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  2. Spread pecan halves on the baking sheet and toast for 7 to 10 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Remove and let cool, then roughly chop 3/4 of the pecans.
  4. In a mixing bowl, cream together cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth and fluffy.
  5. Add brown sugar, powdered sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, then mix until well combined.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
  7. In a saucepan, melt unsalted butter and brown sugar for the topping, then stir in heavy cream and salt.
  8. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in vanilla and remaining pecans.
  9. Transfer the creamy mixture to a serving dish and add the pecan topping.
  10. Cover and chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. This dip is versatile; you can customize the flavor or make it dairy-free. Make it ahead of time for best flavor.