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A slice of pecan pie, crafted from a cherished pecan pie recipe, rests on a floral-patterned brown napkin atop a white plate. A gold fork is beside it, and in the background, a pie dish with more awaits.
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Pecan Pie Recipe

Try this simple and delicious pecan pie recipe. With a rich caramel pecan filling and a buttery crust, it's perfect for the holidays.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 384kcal
Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

  • 1 9-inch pie crust unbaked, homemade or ready-made
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup corn syrup light or dark
  • 1/3 cup butter melted
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups pecan halves whole or chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉ and place an rack in the lower third of the oven.
  • Roll pie crust into a 12-inch circle, then fit into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges for a pretty finish. Keep refrigerated while preparing the filling.
  • In a large bowl whisk together the sugar, brown sugar, salt, corn syrup, and melted butter. Once combined, whisk in the eggs and vanilla.
  • I like reserving some of the pecans to decorate the top, but you can also mix all of them into the filling too! Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust and is desired, decorate the top with reserved pecans.
  • Bake for 50 to 55 minutes. After 20 to 25 minutes, I like to tent a piece of foil over the whole pie if its browning too quickly or use a pie guard around the crust. It's done when the pie is mostly set and not overly jiggly in the middle.
  • Cool completely before serving at room temperature. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Notes

  1. Make Ahead Instructions: Homemade Pecan Pie can be made 1-3 days in advance. Bake the pie, allow it to completely cool, then cover and store it in the refrigerator. Before serving, bring the pie to room temperature. 
  2. Freezing Instructions: Allow baked Pecan Pie to cool completely, then cover it with plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the fridge before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 208mg | Potassium: 106mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 235IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg