Pecan Pie
A classic dessert that combines rich filling and crunchy pecans, perfect for family gatherings and holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
For the pie crust
- 1 unbaked Flaky Pie Crust or All Butter Pie Crust Use your favorite pie crust recipe.
- 1 large egg, beaten with 1 Tablespoon milk or heavy cream This is for the egg wash.
For the filling
- 2.5 cups shelled pecans (pecan halves) Very roughly chopped.
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup dark corn syrup Can use light syrup for a lighter flavor.
- 0.5 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare your pie crust through step 5.
- After the pie dough chills, adjust the oven rack to the lower third position and preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C).
- Roll out the chilled pie crust onto a lightly floured surface into a circle of 12 inches in diameter.
- Carefully place the dough in a 9-inch pie dish, tuck it in smoothly, and crimp the edges. Chill the crust in the refrigerator or freezer for 10 minutes before filling.
Filling
- Mix the roughly chopped pecans evenly inside the pie crust.
- Whisk together the eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, melted butter, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl until combined.
- Pour this mixture over the pecans.
Baking
- Bake the pie for 50–55 minutes or until the top is lightly browned, placing a pie crust shield or tenting with aluminum foil after the first 20 minutes to prevent over-browning.
- Once finished, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Serving
- Serve the pecan pie warm or at room temperature, topped with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
Storage
- Cover and store any leftovers at room temperature for 1–2 days or in the refrigerator for 4–5 days.
Notes
For a chocolate twist, add 1 cup of chocolate chips to the filling. Make sure your pie crust is well chilled before filling to prevent sogginess. Lightly toast the pecans for added flavor.