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Set the ready-made crust inside a 9-inch pie plate for support. If the crust came with a plastic lid, save it for covering the finished pie.
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In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and brown sugar on medium speed for about 1 minute, until smooth and fluffy.
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Beat in the maple syrup, vanilla, and salt for 30 seconds. Scrape the bowl and mix again briefly so no cream cheese streaks remain.
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Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in 4 oz of the whipped topping. Fold in 3/4 cup of the toasted pecans just until evenly scattered.
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Spread the maple pecan filling evenly into the crust. Top with the remaining 4 oz whipped topping and smooth it to the edges.
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Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup pecans over the top. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, before slicing.