Pecan Pie Recipe

American · Dessert · 75 min total

A classic Southern dessert with a buttery, flaky crust and a rich, sweet, and nutty filling made with pecans and a hint of vanilla.

Ingredients

• 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp edges.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
3. Stir in pecan halves until coated. Pour filling into the prepared crust.
4. Bake for 50-55 minutes, until the filling is set and the crust is golden. If the crust edges brown too quickly, cover with foil.
5. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Tips

• Serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
• Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• For a deeper flavor, toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes before adding to the filling.

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