Description
A decadent yet healthy dessert that balances rich creaminess with crunchy pecans, all without refined sugar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (sugar-free or lower-sugar)
- 5 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar-free sweetener (allulose or monk fruit)
- Optional: 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar-free sweetener (allulose or monk fruit powdered)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup pecans, chopped and lightly toasted
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped (for topping)
- Optional: sugar-free caramel drizzle
Instructions
- Make the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sweetener. Stir until every crumb is moistened. Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish, ensuring an even layer. Place in the refrigerator while you prepare the filling.
- Make the filling: In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until it’s smooth and creamy, free of lumps. In another bowl, whip the cold heavy cream and powdered sweetener until stiff peaks form. Add the 1 tsp of vanilla to the cream cheese, then carefully fold in the whipped cream until the mixture is fluffy and well combined. Gently fold in 1 cup of chopped pecans, allowing their signature crunch to infuse the filling.
- Assemble: Spread the pecan-infused filling evenly over the chilled crust, forming a luxurious layer. For visual appeal, sprinkle the remaining chopped pecans artfully on top. If you’re feeling indulgent, drizzle with sugar-free caramel for that extra touch of sweetness.
- Chill & serve: Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least 4 hours; for the best flavor, let it chill overnight. When ready to serve, slice into wedges and enjoy.
Notes
For precise slicing, use a warm knife; the heat will glide through the pie effortlessly. Prepare a day in advance to allow flavors to meld perfectly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: sugar-free dessert, pecan pie, healthy dessert, cream pie, gluten-free dessert