Pecan Pie Recipe
This Pecan Pie Recipe is sweet, rich and full of warm flavor. It has a golden crust and a sticky, buttery filling. The pecans add a crunchy texture that tastes amazing.
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
Preheat The Oven
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) so it warms while you prepare the pie.
Place Pie Crust
- Put your unbaked pie crust into the pie pan. Press gently to remove air pockets.
Mix Corn Syrup And Sugar
- In a bowl, combine corn syrup and sugar. Stir until smooth and fully blended together.
Add Eggs
- Crack in the eggs and whisk well. Make the filling creamy and smooth without lumps.
Add Butter And Vanilla
- Pour in melted butter and vanilla extract. Mix again to add rich flavor and soft texture.
Add Salt
- Sprinkle salt to balance the sweetness. Stir again to keep the mix even and smooth.
Add Pecans
- Add pecan halves to the bowl. Stir gently so every piece is coated.
Pour Into Crust
- Slowly pour the filling into the pie crust. Spread pecans evenly on top.
Bake The Pie
- Bake for 50 minutes until the center sets. The pie should look golden and firm.
Cool Before Cutting
- Place pie on a cooling rack. Let it cool fully so the filling becomes firm.
Slice And Serve
- Cut slices gently and serve. Add whipped cream or ice cream for extra joy.
Enjoy
- Enjoy the sweet, crunchy, buttery taste of this classic Pecan Pie recipe.
Notes
- Use fresh pecans for the best flavor and crunch.
- Melt butter completely before adding to the mix.
- Let the pie cool fully to avoid runny filling.
- Cover edges with foil if crust browns too fast.
- Use a glass pie pan for even cooking.