Description
Pecan pie is a cherished dessert that beautifully marries sweet, gooey filling with crunchy pecans in a flaky crust. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to festive gatherings. Each slice offers a delightful taste of nostalgia, evoking warm memories of shared moments around the table. Impress your guests with this classic treat that promises to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup whole pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Fit the pie crust into a pie dish and trim any excess dough.
- Spread pecans on a baking sheet; toast for 5-7 minutes until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, corn syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Stir in toasted pecans until well-coated.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake for 60-70 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (113g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg