Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of pecan pie with this easy-to-make Pecan Pie Dip. Creamy, sweet, and nutty, this dip is perfect for serving at parties or as a dessert. Pair it with graham crackers, apple slices, or pretzels for a delicious treat.
Ingredients
Chopped Pecans:
1 cup toasted
Cream Cheese:
8 ounces softened
Brown Sugar:
1/2 cup packed
Maple Syrup:
1/4 cup pure
Vanilla Extract:
1 teaspoon
Ground Cinnamon:
1/4 teaspoon
Salt:
Pinch
Additional Pecans:
For topping
Serving Suggestions:
Graham crackers, apple slices, or pretzels
Instructions
- Toast Pecans: Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes until fragrant. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Prepare Dip: In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth. Fold in toasted pecans, reserving some for topping.
- Serve: Transfer dip to a serving bowl, top with reserved pecans. Serve immediately with desired accompaniments or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a warm version, bake prepared dip at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.
- Dip can be made up to 2 days ahead—store covered in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (to toast pecans)
- Category: Appetizer, Dessert
- Method: No-Cook (with optional baking)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
