Description
Caramel Pecan Lasagna Squares are a rich and decadent no-bake dessert featuring layers of creamy sweetened cream cheese, whipped topping, crunchy graham crackers, chopped pecans, and luscious caramel sauce. Perfectly chilled for a smooth, delicious finish, these squares offer a satisfying combination of textures and flavors that are easy to prepare and delightful to serve.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 package of graham crackers
Nutty Layer
- 1 cup of chopped pecans
Caramel Layer
- 1 cup of caramel sauce
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 2 cups of cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of powdered sugar
- 2 cups of whipped topping
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese mixture: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Incorporate whipped topping: Gently fold the whipped topping and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined, creating a light and fluffy texture.
- Layer graham crackers: Arrange a single layer of graham crackers evenly at the bottom of a 9×13 inch dish to form the base of the dessert.
- Spread cream cheese layer: Evenly spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the graham cracker layer, covering it completely.
- Add pecans: Sprinkle half of the chopped pecans uniformly over the cream cheese layer to add a crunchy texture.
- Drizzle caramel sauce: Pour half of the caramel sauce over the pecans, distributing it evenly.
- Repeat layers: Repeat the layering process with the remaining graham crackers, cream cheese mixture, pecans, and finally top with the remaining caramel sauce, ensuring a well-layered dessert.
- Chill: Refrigerate the assembled dessert for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the layers to firm up before serving.
Notes
- This recipe is best prepared in advance to allow the dessert to set properly.
- For extra texture, you can toast the pecans lightly before adding.
- Use high-quality caramel sauce for the best flavor impact.
- Serve chilled and cut into squares for easy serving.
