Pecan Pie Dip with Crunchy Pie-Crust Dippers

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This creamy and subtly sweet dessert is perfect for pecan pie lovers who don't want to go through the hassle of making an actual pie. Serve it with sliced apples and pears to complement the pie-dough dippers.

Pecan Pie Dip with Crunchy Pie-Crust Dippers
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil, such as grapeseed or avocado

  • ½ cup packed light brown sugar

  • ¼ cup heavy cream

  • ¼ cup water

  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch

  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract, divided

  • teaspoon salt

  • cup pecan halves, toasted (see Tip) and coarsely chopped

  • 1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, at room temperature

  • ¼ cup low-fat plain yogurt

  • 1 9-inch refrigerated pie crust, at room temperature

  • Cinnamon for sprinkling

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

  2. Heat butter and oil in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Add brown sugar; stir until incorporated. Cook, stirring, until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is bubbling. Whisk cream, water, cornstarch, 1 teaspoon vanilla and salt together in a measuring cup. Carefully pour into the saucepan, whisking frequently until bubbling and thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in pecans. Let cool for at least 30 minutes.

  3. Whisk cream cheese, yogurt and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon vanilla together in a small bowl.

  4. Unroll the prepared pie crust onto a clean cutting board. Cut into 20 rectangles (about 1 1/2-by-3 1/2 inches). Transfer to a large sheet pan and sprinkle with cinnamon. Bake until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes.

  5. To serve, place the cream cheese mixture in a shallow bowl. Pour the pecan mixture over the top. Serve with the pie-crust dippers.

Tips

Tip: Toasting nuts deepens the flavor and gives them a crisp, delightful crunch. To toast nuts, spread in a single layer in a small baking pan and bake in a 350°F oven until golden and fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes, stirring the nuts or shaking the pan once. Transfer to a small bowl or plate to cool.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, November 2020

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

272 Calories
20g Fat
21g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Serving Size 2 dippers & 3 Tbsp. dip
Calories 272
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 21g 8%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 10g
Added Sugars 7g 14%
Protein 4g 8%
Total Fat 20g 25%
Saturated Fat 7g 36%
Cholesterol 26mg 9%
Vitamin A 292IU 6%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Vitamin D 6IU 2%
Vitamin E 0mg 2%
Folate 25mcg 6%
Vitamin K 2mcg 2%
Sodium 199mg 9%
Calcium 65mg 5%
Iron 1mg 4%
Magnesium 16mg 4%
Potassium 137mg 3%
Zinc 1mg 5%
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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