Rich Cream Cheese Pecan Pie

Ingredients

• 1 refrigerated pie crust, thawed
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup corn syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Press pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the butter, eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and salt.
4. Add cream cheese and whisk until combined.
5. Pour mixture into the prepared pie shell.
6. Sprinkle with chopped pecans.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until set.
8. Allow to cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Pecan pies are a traditional Southern dessert.
• Cream cheese adds a rich and creamy texture to the pie.
• This pie can be served warm or chilled.