Description
This irresistible pecan pie recipe combines a buttery, flaky crust with a rich, gooey filling packed with crunchy pecans. Perfectly sweetened with corn syrup and sugar, enriched by butter and eggs, and infused with vanilla, this classic dessert is sure to wow your family and friends at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Filling
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the pie.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the corn syrup, sugar, and melted butter to create the sweet base of the filling.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat the eggs and vanilla extract into the mixture until it becomes smooth and homogeneous.
- Incorporate Pecans: Gently stir in the chopped pecans, ensuring an even distribution without breaking them up too much.
- Fill the Pie Crust: Pour the pecan filling mixture evenly into the prepared 9-inch pie crust.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is a golden brown color.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool before slicing. This helps the filling firm up for cleaner cuts.
Notes
- Check the pie after 50 minutes; if the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil to prevent burning.
- Use light or dark corn syrup depending on your preferred flavor; light will yield a milder sweetness while dark adds richness.
- For an extra crunchy texture, toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the filling.
- Let the pie cool completely at room temperature before refrigerating or serving to allow the filling to set properly.
- Store leftover pie covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
