Ingredients
- 1 package shortbread cookies or graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- Optional: bourbon for an adult flavor twist
Instructions
- Preheat your refrigerator for chilling.
- Crush the shortbread cookies or graham crackers and mix with melted butter to form the crust.
- Press the crust mixture into the bottom of a dish and set aside.
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and whipped topping until fluffy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust layer.
- In another bowl, mix brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and chopped pecans to create the filling.
- Pour the pecan filling over the cream cheese layer and spread evenly.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator until set, ideally overnight.
- Serve sliced, preferably with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries.
Notes
This dessert is best prepared a day ahead of serving to allow the layers to set properly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian