Description
A classic Southern pecan pie featuring a buttery crust filled with a rich, sweet mixture of eggs, sugar, corn syrup, and toasted pecans. This iconic dessert is perfect for holidays or special gatherings, delivering a gooey, nutty treat with a slightly crisp top and a luscious filling.
Ingredients
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Pie Crust
- 1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie
Filling
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients required for the pie to ensure a smooth cooking process. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) to get it ready for baking the pie.
- Mix Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the eggs slightly. Whisk in the white sugar until combined. Then, stir in the corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, salt, and pecan halves evenly to create a uniform filling mixture.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the prepared filling into the unbaked pastry shell, spreading it evenly to cover the bottom and edges of the crust.
- Bake at High Temperature: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes. This initial high heat helps set the filling and begins to brown the crust.
- Reduce Heat and Continue Baking: After 15 minutes, reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Continue baking the pie for an additional 35 to 40 minutes or until the top is golden brown, slightly puffed, and the filling is set at the edges but still has a slight jiggle in the center.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool before slicing. Serving warm or at room temperature allows the filling to fully set and enhances the flavor.
Notes
- This Southern pecan pie combines a sticky and sweet filling with lots of pecans in a buttery crust, making it a cherished Southern dessert treat.
- The filling should be set around the edges but slightly jiggly in the center when done baking to ensure perfect texture.
- You can use a store-bought pie crust to save time or make your own for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 262 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 77 mg
