Description
Enjoy a classic holiday favorite with this festive Pecan Pie recipe. Made with a buttery pie crust, a sweet and gooey filling of corn syrup and brown sugar, and crunchy chopped pecans, this pie is perfect for Christmas celebrations or any special occasion. The rich flavors and satisfying texture make it a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and bake.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie
- 1 pie crust
Filling
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect baking temperature while you prepare the filling.
- Mix filling ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add pecans: Fold the chopped pecans into the filling mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the sweet, syrupy base.
- Fill pie crust: Pour the pecan mixture evenly into the prepared pie crust, spreading it to the edges for consistent baking.
- Bake the pie: Place the filled pie crust in the oven and bake for 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
- Cool the pie: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack. This resting period helps the pie filling to firm up.
- Serve and enjoy: Slice the pie and serve as a festive dessert to add a sweet finishing touch to your holiday table.
Notes
- For extra crunch, toast pecans lightly before chopping and adding them to the filling.
- To prevent a soggy crust, you can blind bake the pie crust for 10 minutes before adding the filling.
- Allowing the pie to cool completely is important for cleaner slices and better texture.
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to two days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
