Sensational Southern Pecan Pie
Indulge in the irresistible charm of this Sensational Southern Pecan Pie—an iconic dessert that perfectly balances rich, gooey sweetness with nutty crunch. Featuring a buttery, flaky pie crust generously filled with a luscious mixture of light corn syrup, a duo of sugars, and velvety melted butter, this pecan pie is elevated by the toasted flavor of halved pecans that float to the surface as it bakes to perfection. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples like vanilla extract and a hint of salt, this recipe is both approachable and showstopping. Whether served warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this decadent pie will be the star of your holiday table or any special occasion. Classic, crowd-pleasing, and oh-so-satisfying, this Southern favorite is a must-try dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Unbaked pie crust (9-inch)
- 1.5 cups Pecans, halved
- 3 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Light corn syrup
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Roll out the unbaked pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan. Trim and crimp the edges as desired.
Spread the halved pecans evenly across the bottom of the prepared crust.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, light corn syrup, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Pour the filling mixture over the pecans in the pie crust. The pecans will naturally rise to the top.
Place the pie on the center rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the center when gently shaken.
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack. This will ensure the filling firms up properly.
Slice and serve on its own, or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra-special treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.1 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.5 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 682 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 1258 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 426.5 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.0 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 354.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.5 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1065 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
