Description
Pecan Pie Lasagna is a decadent dessert that layers creamy filling, a crunchy crust, and rich pecan pie flavors. It’s a fun twist on the classic pecan pie with a lasagna-style presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box of no-bake lasagna noodles
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Instructions
- Boil the lasagna noodles according to the package instructions, drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold in the whipped topping to create the creamy filling.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Stir in the corn syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, and bring the mixture to a simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Add the chopped pecans to the caramel mixture and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
- To assemble the lasagna, spread a layer of the cream cheese filling in the bottom of a 9×13 inch pan.
- Top with a layer of lasagna noodles, followed by a layer of the pecan caramel mixture.
- Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with the pecan caramel mixture on top.
- Refrigerate the lasagna for at least 3 hours before serving to allow the layers to set.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute the whipped topping with homemade whipped cream if preferred.
- For a more intense pecan flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the caramel mixture.
- This dessert can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge until ready to serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: pecan pie lasagna, dessert, no-bake, pecans, creamy, holiday dessert