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Favorite Pecan Pie Recipe

This award-winning pecan pie recipe, adapted from Southern Living, is guaranteed to impress! The secret? We cook the butter, sugar, and corn syrup together first for a richer, deeper flavor that elevates this classic dessert. Use pecan halves for a stunning concentric circle design (takes just 2 minutes!), or opt for chopped pecans for a shortcut. Elevate it further with a splash of rum or praline liqueur – the choice is yours! Prepare to wow your friends and family with this show-stopping pie.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 555.6 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 4.1 (12 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Favorite Pecan Pie

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • Light Corn Syrup
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Unbaked 9 Inch Pie Shell
  • Approximately 1 ½ cups pecan halves OR 1 ½ cups chopped pecans

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How to Make Favorite Pecan Pie

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, and ½ cup light corn syrup.
  2. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth (about 5-7 minutes).
  3. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly (about 10 minutes).
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Gradually whisk the egg mixture into the cooled butter-sugar-corn syrup mixture until well combined.
  6. Pour the filling into an unbaked 9-inch pie crust. Arrange pecan halves in concentric circles on top, or sprinkle with 1 ½ cups chopped pecans.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C) for 50-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. If using a glass pie plate, reduce baking time to 45-50 minutes.
  8. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy warm or cold!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

148g

Fat

53g

Carbs

23g

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