Description
This Amazing Southern Pecan Pie is a classic holiday dessert featuring a flaky pie crust filled with a rich, sweet mixture of corn syrup, brown sugar, and pecan halves. Its deep, buttery flavor and crunchy texture make it a beloved treat, perfect for serving at Thanksgiving or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Filling
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for even baking.
- Prepare Pie Crust: Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges of the crust to create a decorative border and help prevent shrinking during baking.
- Mix Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, packed light brown sugar, eggs, melted unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Pecans: Stir the pecan halves into the filling mixture, coating them evenly with the sweet syrup mixture.
- Fill Pie Crust: Pour the pecan filling into the prepared pie crust and spread the pecans out evenly to ensure consistent texture and appearance.
- Bake Pie: Bake the pie for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the center is set and the top turns golden brown. To prevent the crust edges from browning too quickly, cover them with foil during the last 15 to 20 minutes of baking if necessary.
- Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature. Cooling helps the filling to set properly and makes slicing easier.
- Serve: Slice and serve the pie as is, or enhance it with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.
Notes
- For deeper flavor, lightly toast the pecans before adding them to the filling to enhance their nuttiness.
- Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special treat.
- Store leftover pie covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
