Description
Indulgent Southern pecan pie merges classic Southern baking traditions with rich, caramelized nutty sweetness. Pecans from Georgia’s orchards create a luxurious dessert that delights bakers and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup toasted pecans
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 light corn syrup (473 ml / 16 fl oz)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F and lightly coating a 9-inch pie dish with a thin layer of grease.
- Whisk eggs vigorously in a spacious mixing bowl until they transform into a light, airy foam.
- Incorporate brown sugar, granulated sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt into the egg mixture, stirring until thoroughly blended and smooth.
- Gently introduce toasted pecans into the filling, folding them in with delicate movements to distribute evenly.
- Transfer the luxurious pecan mixture into the prepared pie crust, ensuring an even spread.
- Position the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes, watching for a set center that retains a subtle jiggle when gently nudged.
- Remove from oven and allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature, which helps the filling solidify and develop a rich, cohesive texture.
- Once fully cooled, slice and serve this classic Southern dessert, revealing the glossy, nutty interior.
Notes
- Toasting pecans beforehand enhances their nutty flavor and adds a delightful crunch to the pie’s texture.
- Prevent over-browning by covering the pie’s edges with aluminum foil halfway through baking if the crust starts to darken too quickly.
- Create a gluten-free version by using a gluten-free pie crust or substituting the traditional crust with a nut-based alternative like almond flour crust.
- Stabilize the filling by letting the pie rest at room temperature for at least 2-3 hours, which helps the filling set perfectly and makes slicing easier.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 52 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg