How to Make Pecan Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pecan pie is a beloved dessert in the southern United States, where it is often enjoyed during the holiday season. This sweet and nutty pie is a classic American dish that has been enjoyed for generations. It is made with a rich filling of pecans, butter, sugar, and eggs, all encased in a flaky pie crust. The result is a decadent and indulgent dessert that is perfect for special occasions or simply for satisfying a sweet tooth.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¾ cups white sugar
  • ¼ cup dark corn syrup
  • ¼ cup butter
  • 1 tablespoon cold water
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 3 large eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cups chopped pecans
  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shell

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 (9-inch) pie

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine sugar, corn syrup, butter, water, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a full boil; remove from heat.
  • Beat eggs in a large bowl with an electric mixer until frothy. Gradually beat in cooked syrup mixture. Stir in salt, vanilla, and pecans.
  • Pour pecan mixture into pie shell.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is set, 45 to 50 minutes.
  • Enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    512 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 85mg
    • Sodium: 273mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 65g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 47g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 117mg