Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Best Pecan Pie Recipe, a true Southern classic that is sure to impress at any gathering. With its sweet and nutty profile, this pie combines the rich taste of pecans with a smooth filling that melts in your mouth. Perfect for holidays, family dinners, or simply a cozy evening treat, it requires just eight easy-to-find ingredients and only ten minutes of prep time. This recipe is not only simple to follow but also makes for a stunning centerpiece on your dessert table. Your friends and family will rave about this comforting dessert that embodies the warmth and hospitality of Southern baking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9 inch) unbaked or frozen pie crust
- 2 ½ cups pecans, coarsely chopped
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ¾ cup packed 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).
- Spread the chopped pecans evenly in the unbaked pie shell.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed, then add corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the pecans in the pie shell.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
- Allow cooling for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 435
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg