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Pecan Pie

A classic Southern pecan pie with a buttery, flaky crust and a rich, gooey caramel-pecan filling. Perfect for holidays or any special occasion.

Total time
70 min
Servings
8
Calories
480
Protein
5g
Pecan Pie
ComfortingFestiveAmericanVegetarianNutsGooeyCrunchyThanksgiving

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the 1 pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan and crimp edges as desired.

  2. Step 2

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine 0.75 cup corn syrup, 0.5 cup brown sugar, and 3 tbsp butter. Stir until butter melts and sugar dissolves, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  3. Step 3

    In a large bowl, whisk 3 eggs with 1 tsp vanilla and 0.25 tsp salt until frothy.

  4. Step 4

    Slowly pour the warm syrup mixture into the eggs, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.

  5. Step 5

    Arrange 1.5 cups pecan halves evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.

  6. Step 6

    Pour the filling over the pecans, ensuring they are mostly covered.

  7. Step 7

    Bake until the filling is set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center, about 45-50 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

  8. Step 8

    Serve at room temperature or slightly warm.

Tools you’ll need

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • mixing bowls
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • wire rack

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