Classic Pecan Pie
Savor the classic pecan pie, a beloved Southern dessert. Made with Karo syrup, brown sugar, and pecans, it's a holiday treat that's sure to please.
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch unbaked pie shell, homemade or made with refrigerated pie pastry
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ¾ cup dark or light brown sugar, packed
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups pecan halves
- Ice cream or whipped cream (optional), for serving
Recommended Equipment
Instructions
- Prepare a pie crust either from scratch or with refrigerated pie pastry. Chill while making the filling.1 9-inch unbaked pie shell, homemade or made with refrigerated pie pastry
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Whisk the corn syrup, brown sugar, salt, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla in a large bowl until well blended.1 cup light corn syrup | 3/4 cup dark or light brown sugar | 2 large eggs | 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter | 2 tsp vanilla extract | 1/4 tsp fine salt
- Add the pecans and mix until incorporated into the syrup mixture.3 cups pecan halves
- Pour the pecan mixture into the pie shell and gently spread. Place it on a foil-lined baking sheet to catch any potential overflows.
- Bake for 1 hour to 1 hour and 10 minutes, checking the crust for browning after about 50 minutes. Protect the crust with a pie shield or foil if necessary. The pie is done when the edges are puffed and bubbling and the center is mostly set with a slight jiggle.
- Transfer the baked pie to a rack to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours for cleaner slices.
- Serve pecan pie with ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.Ice cream or whipped cream (optional)
If your pie shell is shallow, avoid overfilling.
Nutrition
Calories: 583kcalCarbohydrates: 58gProtein: 5gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 4gSugar: 54gVitamin A: 176IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 57mgIron: 1mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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