Ingredients
• The Crust: 1 ½ cups finely crushed Pecans mixed with 3 tbsp melted butter and a pinch of cinnamon.
• The Creamy Filling: 1 ½ cups Heavy Cream (whipped) and 8 oz softened Cream Cheese.
• The Sweetener: ½ cup Powdered Monk Fruit or Allulose (essential for that zero-carb, smooth finish).
• Flavor Boost: 1 tsp Vanilla Extract and a pinch of sea salt.
• The Topping: ½ cup chopped pecans (lightly toasted for extra “crunch”).
Preparation Steps
1. The “No-Bake” Crust: Press the crushed pecan and butter mixture firmly into the bottom of a pie dish. Chill in the freezer for 10 minutes to set.
2. Whip the Cream: In a cold bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
3. Blend the Base: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the powdered sweetener, vanilla, and salt until it is completely smooth and fluffy.
4. Fold Gently: Slowly fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. This keeps the filling airy and light rather than dense.
5. Assemble: Pour the filling over the pecan crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. The Garnish: Generously sprinkle the toasted pecans over the top, just like in your beautiful photo.
7. Chill to Set: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight). This allows the pie to “dry out” and firm up so you can get those perfect, clean slices.
Why This Fits Your Lifestyle
• Zero Carbs: By swapping traditional flour and sugar for nuts and natural sweeteners, you can enjoy a large slice without affecting your blood sugar.
• High Satiety: The healthy fats from the pecans and cream cheese are incredibly filling, meaning one slice truly satisfies.
• Quick & Easy: No baking required! This is a “Beginner-Friendly” treat that looks like it took hours to make.