Description
Pecan pie is a beloved dessert that combines a rich, gooey filling with a crunchy pecan topping. This easy-to-make classic is perfect for holiday gatherings or satisfying sweet cravings any day of the week. Serve it warm with vanilla ice cream or chilled with whipped cream for an indulgent treat that will leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh pecans
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 unbaked pie crust (9-inch)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Fold in chopped pecans and mix well.
- Pour the pecan filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for about 60 minutes or until set in the middle; it may jiggle slightly.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack for at least two hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 59mg