With our ingredients ready, it’s time to roll up our sleeves and start baking. Here’s how you can create this layered masterpiece:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, melted butter, sugar, and salt to form a dough. Press this mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden, then set aside to cool.
3. While the crust is cooling, prepare the cream cheese layer. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add powdered sugar and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. Spread this over the cooled crust.
4. For the pecan pie layer, whisk together the brown sugar and cornstarch in a medium saucepan. Add the eggs, light corn syrup, and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in the pecans and pour this mixture over the cream cheese layer.
5. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Spread this whipped cream over the pecan layer.
6. Sprinkle the top with additional chopped pecans and a dash of cinnamon for extra flavor.
7. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to let the layers set and the flavors meld together.

Remember, patience is key here! Letting it chill is what makes each bite perfectly balanced and delicious.