Here’s a classic Pecan Pie recipe that’s sweet, nutty, and perfect for any occasion:
Ingredients:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup (240 ml) light corn syrup
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups (180 g) pecan halves (or chopped pecans, if preferred)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the pie crust:
- Place the unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan and set aside. If you’re using a store-bought crust, you can follow the package directions for any necessary pre-baking instructions.
- Make the filling:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl, then add them to the sugar-corn syrup mixture. Whisk until fully incorporated.
- Add the pecans:
- Stir in the pecans, mixing well to ensure the nuts are evenly distributed throughout the filling.
- Pour the filling into the crust:
- Pour the pecan filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading the pecans evenly across the top.
- Bake the pie:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden. You can check for doneness by gently shaking the pie—if the center is slightly jiggly but firm, it’s done. You can also cover the edges of the crust with foil or a pie shield to prevent overbrowning during baking.
- Cool and serve:
- Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving. The filling will firm up as it cools.
Enjoy your delicious, homemade pecan pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!
