Best Ever Pecan Pie
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Best Ever Pecan Pie
Description
Best Ever Pecan Pie combines a buttery crust with a smoothly blended filling of butter, light corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, and pecan halves. The butter and syrup provide a dense, glossy base while the pecans add crunch and a distinct toasted nut flavor. The pie is baked at a moderate temperature until the custard-like filling is set, resulting in a rich, sweet pie that slices cleanly. The method includes a practical step to cover the crust edges if they brown too quickly, ensuring an even bake.
The pie's texture balances a tender crust with a filling that is firm yet not dry, presenting a sweet, nutty flavor profile. The vanilla and salt enhance the depth of sweetness, and the pecans contribute both visual appeal and contrasting texture. This pie suits dessert tables at gatherings or simply enjoying as a treat with coffee or tea.
Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing, which helps achieve clean slices and improves the filling's final texture. Serving options include plain or accompanied by whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added creaminess and temperature contrast.
Ingredients
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust unbaked
- 1/2 cup butter salted
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 large egg beaten
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves or chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Place 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.
- Melt 1/2 cup salted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in 1 cup light corn syrup, 1 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and combined, about 2–3 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat. Lightly beat 4 large eggs. Gradually whisk the beaten eggs into the butter mixture until fully incorporated. Then stir in 1 1/2 cups pecan halves.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes, or until the filling is set and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Check the pie after 30 minutes, and if the crust is browning too quickly, cover the edges with foil or a pie crust shield.
- Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Serve plain, with whipped cream, or with vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8slices
Amount Per Serving
Calories 493 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 493kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 63g | 21% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 27g | 42% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 124mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 317mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 60g | 120% |
| Vitamin A | 500IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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