Pecan pie, a staple in American cuisine, especially during the holidays, is beloved for its sweet, nutty filling and buttery crust. Here’s a simple yet delicious recipe to make this classic dessert.
Classic Pecan Pie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked pie crust (9 inches)
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1/3 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Prepare the crust: Roll out your pie crust and lay it gently into a 9-inch pie pan. Crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
- Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, mix the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, butter, salt, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Add pecans: Stir in the pecan halves.
- Fill the pie: Pour the filling into the pie crust, spreading the pecans evenly.
- Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for about 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Cool: Allow the pie to cool before slicing.
- Serve and enjoy! Serve it up with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra special touch.
Pecan pie is best when it’s given enough time to set, ideally several hours or overnight, which deepens the flavors and firms up the texture. Enjoy your homemade treat!
