Description
Indulge in the warmth and nostalgia of this Homemade Pecan Pie Recipe, a classic dessert perfect for any celebration. With its rich, caramel-like filling and crunchy pecans nestled in a flaky crust, this pie is sure to impress family and friends alike. Ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy evenings, it combines simplicity with delightful flavors that will leave everyone craving more. This easy-to-follow recipe not only yields a stunning centerpiece but also allows for personal twists to suit various dietary preferences. Whether served warm with ice cream or topped with whipped cream, this pecan pie promises to be the highlight of your dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 4–5 tablespoons ice water
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 ½ cups whole pecans (or chopped, based on your preference)
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until dough holds together.
- Shape dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle and transfer it to a 9-inch pie pan.
- For the filling, whisk together corn syrup and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well before folding in melted butter and pecans.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour filling into crust; bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Let cool completely before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg