Here’s a complete guide to making a classic Pecan Pie—rich, sweet, and nutty, perfect for holidays or any dessert craving.
Ingredients (9-inch pie)
Crust:
- 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade)
Filling:
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat oven: 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare crust:
- Fit pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan, trim excess edges, and crimp if desired.
- Make filling:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Assemble pie:
- Arrange pecans evenly in the crust.
- Pour the filling over the pecans.
- Bake:
- Bake 50–60 minutes until filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cover edges with foil after 30–40 minutes if the crust starts to brown too quickly.
- Cool:
- Let pie cool at room temperature at least 2 hours to fully set before slicing.
Tips
- For extra texture, chop half the pecans and leave half whole.
- Add a splash of bourbon or dark rum for a richer flavor.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
If you want, I can also give a quick, simplified pecan pie recipe that uses a single bowl and pre-made crust, taking under 30 minutes to prep before baking. It’s perfect for easy desserts.
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