•1 pound of fresh strawberries, sliced
•1/4 cup or more granulated sugar
For the Crust:
•1 cup of all purpose flour
•1/4 cup of finely minced pecans
•1/2 cup (1 stick) of unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
For the Filling and Topping:
•1 (8 ounce) package of cream cheese, softened at room temperature
•2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
•2 cups of powdered sugar
•1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract
•1 large (16 ounce) Cool Whip, or equivalent homemade whipped cream, divided
•1/2 cup of chopped pecans