Description
No-Bake Pecan Pie Lasagna is a rich layered dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, fluffy vanilla cheesecake filling, gooey pecan pie topping, and whipped cream. This easy no-bake dessert is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, potlucks, and holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Graham Cracker Crust:
2½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup unsalted butter, melted
For the Cheesecake Layer:
16 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups whipped topping
For the Pecan Pie Layer:
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups chopped pecans
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
For the Topping:
2 cups whipped topping
1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans
Caramel sauce for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
1. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until evenly moistened. Press firmly into the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
2. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract and mix until creamy. Fold in the whipped topping until light and fluffy.
3. Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the chilled crust and refrigerate while preparing the pecan topping.
4. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and heavy cream and cook until smooth. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and chopped pecans. Cool completely.
5. Spread the cooled pecan mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer.
6. Top with the remaining whipped topping and smooth the surface.
7. Sprinkle with toasted pecans and drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
8. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.
Notes
Allow the pecan topping to cool completely before spreading over the cheesecake layer.
For the cleanest slices, chill overnight before serving.
Toast the pecans for extra flavor and crunch.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Do not freeze after adding the whipped topping, as the texture may change.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 575
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 82mg