Description
Pecan Pie Lasagna is more than just dessert. It’s a taste of memories worth sharing. It’s the perfect recipe for anyone who loves tradition but embraces a bit of culinary adventure. I encourage you to try this recipe—who knows, maybe it will become a new family favorite in your home too? I’d love to hear your stories—maybe your grandma made a nut cake too? Or perhaps you’ve come up with your own twist? Share and inspire!
Ingredients
Crust:
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200 g tea biscuits (or digestive cookies)
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80 g melted butter
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1 tbsp brown sugar Substitute: For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free cookies; for a lighter version—use wheat bran with a bit of clarified butter.
Nut layer:
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200 g chopped pecans
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150 g brown sugar
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100 g butter
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60 ml heavy cream (30%)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
Cream layer:
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250 g mascarpone cheese
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250 ml heavy cream (36%)
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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1 tsp gelatin (dissolved in 2 tbsp water) Substitute: You can use light cream cheese or Greek yogurt instead of mascarpone.
Caramel topping:
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100 g sugar
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50 g butter
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60 ml heavy cream
Garnish:
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Whole pecans
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Biscuits around the edge (optional)
Instructions
Crush the biscuits finely (best done in a food processor), add melted butter and sugar. Mix until it resembles wet sand. Press into the bottom of a 24×24 cm baking dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
In a saucepan, melt butter, then add sugar, cream, salt, and simmer for a few minutes until it thickens. Add vanilla and chopped pecans. Stir briefly and pour over the chilled crust. Let it chill in the fridge until the layer is set.
Whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. In a separate bowl, mix mascarpone with the cooled, dissolved gelatin. Gently combine the two and spread over the nut layer.
Caramelize sugar in a dry pan, then add butter followed by cream. Stir until smooth. Let cool slightly and pour over the cream layer.
Top with whole pecans and optionally line the edges with biscuits. Chill for at least 3 hours (preferably overnight).
Notes
Why This Recipe Works
The secret lies in the balance of flavors and textures. A crumbly cookie crust, sticky nut layer, fluffy cream, and silky caramel combine into a memorable dessert. The pecans offer healthy fats, the cream layer lightens the sweetness of the caramel, and it stores beautifully—making it a perfect make-ahead dessert.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Protein: 5 g