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Pecan Pie Recipe

Easy Pecan Pie Recipe for a Perfect Holiday Dessert Delight

This easy pecan pie recipe combines a rich filling with crunchy pecans for a holiday treat that?s sure to impress.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 2 hours
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert Recipes
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 304

Ingredients
  

Crust and Filling
  • 1 single pie crust
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • ? cup granulated sugar
  • ? cup brown sugar
  • ? teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • ? cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 ? cups pecans (1 cup chopped, ? cup whole)

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • fork

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350?F/180?C.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs.
  3. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, vanilla extract, corn syrup, and melted butter. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Gently transfer the unbaked pie crust to a 9-inch pie dish. Fold the edge under and crimp it. Use a fork to prick holes in the bottom of the pie crust.
  5. Spread chopped pecans evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
  6. Pour the filling over the pecans. Slowly the pecans will rise to the surface.
  7. Arrange the whole pecans in concentric circles over the wet mixture in a decorative way.
  8. Cover the pie with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, uncover and continue baking until the filling is completely set in the center, about 25-30 minutes.
  9. Once done, place the pie dish on a wire rack and allow the pie to rest for at least two hours before slicing.
  10. Serve the pecan pie with whipped cream on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 304kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSodium: 135mgFiber: 1gSugar: 42g

Notes

For a twist, add a splash of bourbon or chocolate chips. Store leftovers at room temperature for up to two days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

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