Pecan Pie
Pecan Pie is a quintessential dessert that combines a flaky, buttery crust with a rich, gooey filling generously filled with crunchy pecans. This easy-to-follow recipe captures the essence of comfort food, making it perfect for holiday celebrations or cozy family gatherings. Each slice offers an irresistible blend of sweetness and nuttiness, sure to delight everyone at your table. Ready to bake up some memories? Let’s get started!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Fit the pie crust into a pie dish and refrigerate while you prepare the filling.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, corn syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour the filling into the chilled pie crust.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until the edges are set but the center slightly jiggles.
- Cool completely before slicing and serve with whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use dark brown sugar for a richer taste. Consider adding chocolate chips or a splash of bourbon for a unique twist. Store leftover pie in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for up to one week.