Description
This Traditional Southern Pecan Pie recipe is a classic Southern dessert with rich, gooey brown sugar filling, toasted pecans, and flaky crust. Perfect for holidays or cozy weekends. Includes tips for serving, storing, and customizable options. Ideal for Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations.
Ingredients
1 9-inch pie crust
1 cup pecan halves
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup brown sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Roll out your pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, crimp the edges, and place it in the fridge while you prepare the filling.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, light corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
3. Stir in the pecan halves until fully coated in the filling mixture.
4. Pour the mixture into the chilled pie crust. Place the pie dish on a baking sheet.
5. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 50 to 60 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
6. Let the pie cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Notes
Let the pie rest before slicing to ensure a clean cut and perfect texture.
Use toasted pecans for enhanced flavor and crunch.
For a twist, add 1 tablespoon bourbon or a handful of chocolate chips to the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 185 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 64 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg