Pecan Pie Cake Parfait


Gay Daddy Pittsburgh

Indulge in the decadent flavors of pecan pie and cake combined in this delightful parfait. Layers of crunchy pecan crust, creamy vanilla pudding, whipped cream, and caramel sauce create a heavenly dessert experience.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup crushed pecans
  • 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • Whipped cream for topping

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine crushed pecans, graham cracker crumbs, and melted butter to create the crust

Press the crust mixture into the bottom of serving glasses or jars

In a separate bowl, whisk together instant vanilla pudding mix and cold milk until thickened

Pour the pudding over the crust layer in the glasses

In another bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form

Carefully layer the whipped cream on top of the pudding layer

Drizzle caramel sauce over the whipped cream layer

Repeat the layers until the glasses are filled, ending with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce

Chill the parfaits in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving

Top with additional crushed pecans before serving, if desired


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