Shelly's Recipe

Pecan Pie Trifle

Category: Trifles

1 1/2 large prepared pecan pies from the bakery section of the market
8 oz. block of Philadelphia Cream Cheese, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups whipping cream
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup dark chocolate chips
1/2 cup pecan pieces, toasted
In a heavy duty mixer with a wire attachment, combine cream cheese, whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth and whipped (about 2­3 minutes).
Cut pie into 1-­inch cubes and layer half in the bottom of a trifle dish. Top with half of chocolate chips, pecans, and cream cheese mixture in that order.
Layer with remaining pie pieces and top with cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining chocolate chips and pecans.
Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.