Southern Pecan Pie
Indulge in the rich, buttery sweetness of Southern Pecan Pie, a timeless classic that captures the essence of Southern comfort. This irresistible dessert combines a flaky, golden pie crust with a luscious filling made from light corn syrup, a blend of brown and granulated sugars, and melted butter, all brought to life with the warm flavors of vanilla and a touch of salt. Packed with crunchy, caramelized pecan halves, every bite offers the perfect balance of sweetness and nutty goodness. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings, family dinners, or any occasion that calls for homemade decadence. Serve it slightly warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly unforgettable treat! Perfect for lovers of traditional Southern desserts, this pecan pie is sure to be a showstopper.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 0.75 cup packed light brown sugar
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups pecan halves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Roll out your pie crust and carefully fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and crimp the edges as desired. Place the prepared crust in the refrigerator to chill while you make the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and melted butter until smooth and well combined.
Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Fold in the pecan halves until they are evenly coated in the mixture.
Remove the pie crust from the refrigerator and pour the filling into the crust, spreading the pecans out evenly.
Place the pie on the middle rack of your preheated oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Serve at room temperature or slightly warm. Optionally, top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 305.4 g | 392% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.1 g | 500% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 816 mg | 272% | |
| Sodium | 2430 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 525.7 g | 191% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 390.1 g | ||
| Protein | 49.0 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 348 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1254 mg | 27% | |
*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.
