Description
Indulge in the delightful goodness of the Best Pecan Pie Recipe that embodies the heart of Southern desserts. This irresistible pie, with its rich sweetness and nutty flavor, is perfect for any occasion—from festive holiday gatherings to cozy family dinners. With just eight simple ingredients and a prep time of only ten minutes, even novice bakers can create this crowd-pleasing treat. The combination of coarsely chopped pecans, brown sugar, and a hint of cinnamon makes each slice a warm embrace of comfort. Serve it warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable dessert experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9 inch) unbaked or frozen pie crust
- 2 ½ cups coarsely chopped pecans
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter (slightly cooled)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the coarsely chopped pecans evenly in the unbaked pie shell.
- In a mixing bowl, crack in the eggs, then add corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the filling mixture over the layer of pecans in the pie crust.
- Bake for 55–60 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
- Allow cooling for at least two hours before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg