Easy Pecan Pie Dip Recipe

Pecan Dip is one of those treats that’s fun to bring to a party and easy to throw together after a busy day. The creamy, sweet filling, crunchy toasted pecans, and that buttery‑caramel, gooey topping… yes, please. It's the ultimate fall dessert.

This dip is composed of two parts: a smooth, cream cheese whipped base and a sticky, rich pecan‑pie style topping. It’s sweet but balanced, takes very little hands‑on time, and always disappears fast at get‑togethers.

For specifics on the recipe use the table of contents to click on sections of the recipe.

Do you love pecan recipes? If so, you don't want to miss this Keto Pecan Pie Fat Bomb Recipe, Pecan Crescent Cookies, or these Pecan Pie Brownies.

How to Make Pecan Pie Dip

This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

How to make Pecan Pie Dip

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy.

2. Fold in the whipped topping until combined.

How to make Pecan Pie Dip Topping

1. In a saucepan, melt the butter. Then add the corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, and whisk in the egg.

2. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes.

3. Stir in the chopped pecans.

How to Assemble Pecan Pie Dip

1. Spread the cream cheese mixture into the bottom of your serving dish.

2. Then spoon the pecan pie topping over the top.

3. Serve with graham crackers, gingersnaps, or fruit.

📖 Recipe

Save the Recipe?

Enter your email below and we'll send the recipe straight to your inbox to view anytime. Plus the bonus of regular recipes to you for inspiration!

I agree to be sent email.

Eileen Murphy Kelly

Pecan Pie Dip

Pecan Pie Dip is a creamy, dreamy dessert that brings all the flavors of classic pecan pie without the baking! A smooth cream cheese base is topped with a rich, buttery caramel pecan topping for the perfect sweet treat. It’s easy to make, always a hit at parties, and ideal for fall and holiday entertaining. Serve with graham crackers, gingersnaps, or crisp apple slices for dipping

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

0 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories:

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Equipment

• 4-quart saucepan
• microwave
• Measuring Spoons and Cups
• Whisk
• Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls

Ingredients

  

1x2x3x?

Pecan Pie Dip

• ▢ 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• ▢ 8 ounces whipped topping Note 1
• ▢ 1 cup confectioner’s sugar

Pecan Pie Topping

• ▢ 4 Tablespoons salted butter
• ▢ 1 cup light corn syrup
• ▢ ½ cup light brown sugar
• ▢ 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ▢ 1 large egg (whisked) Note 2
• ▢ 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

 

Pecan Pie Dip Topping

1. In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 Tablespoons salted butter.
2. Once the butter has melted, add in 1 cup light corn syrup½ cup light brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
3. To the saucepan, whisk in 1 large egg (whisked) (Note 2), continue to whisk until well combined.
4. Stir in 1 cup chopped pecans and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 2–3 minutes, then remove from the heat and let cool slightly.

Pecan Pie Dip

1. In a large mixing bowl, using a hand mixer with beaters attached, (begin on low speed) beat 8 ounces cream cheese (softened) (softened) and 1 cup confectioner’s sugar until smooth.
2. To the bowl, gently fold in 8 ounces whipped topping until light and fluffy.
3. Transfer the creamy dip base to a serving bowl. Spoon the cooled pecan pie topping over the center of the dip. (Note 3)
4. Serve with graham crackers, apple slices, or vanilla wafers.

Notes

Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe. 

Note 1: Whisk the eggs in a small bowl before adding to the saucepan. When adding to the saucepan, whisk the butter/brown sugar while adding the egg. This ensures that the egg does not scramble and will blend with the other ingredients. 

Note 2: I use Cool Whip Topping for this recipe. I have tested with whipped cream, and it works just as well.

Note 3: When making the topping, the mixture should cool slightly before pouring over the dip. Do not let it cool completely; the topping will thicken slightly when completely cool. Then it will be hard to spread over the dip.

Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Make ahead: Make the dip base a day early. Store the topping separately and warm it slightly before spooning it on.

Freezing: I don’t recommend freezing. The cream cheese can separate and become watery.

I'm not a registered dietician, I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.

 

 

Don’t forget to shop at the Everyday Eileen store on Amazon

 

📺 Tune in to 100 Cooks on Food Network — June 7 @ 9|8c!

If you loved this recipe, please leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below — it helps other find it and means the world to me! — Eileen xo 🍀