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Pecan Pie

A classic pecan pie featuring a rich, gooey filling surrounded by crunchy, buttery pecans in a flaky crust.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 minute
Calories: 450kcal
Author: James Taylor
Cost: Moderate
Servings: 8 pieces

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Corn syrup Light or dark corn syrup can be used
  • 1 cup Brown sugar Packed
  • 3 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 2 cups Pecans Chopped or halved
  • 1 pie crust Store-bought or homemade Thawed if frozen
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and salt in a mixing bowl until well combined.
    1 cup Corn syrup, 1 cup Brown sugar, 3 large Eggs, 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • Stir in the pecans until they are evenly distributed throughout the filling.
    2 cups Pecans
  • Pour the pecan filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
    1 pie crust Store-bought or homemade
  • Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
  • Let the pie cool for at least 2 hours before slicing to allow the filling to firm up.
  • Slice and serve the pecan pie, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 210mg | Potassium: 220mg | Sugar: 36g | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1.2mg
Keyword Dessert, Pecan, Pie