My Favorite Pecan Pie Recipe

This isn't just any pecan pie—it's *the* pecan pie! Years of Thanksgiving tradition have culminated in this incredibly crunchy, nutty, and delicious recipe. The secret? Three sizes of pecans for unparalleled texture and flavor throughout the rich, decadent filling. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this show-stopping dessert!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 629.2 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for My Favorite Pecan Pie

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How to Make My Favorite Pecan Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly brush the inside of an unbaked 9-inch pie crust with egg white. This optional step helps prevent a soggy bottom.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup light corn syrup, ½ cup dark corn syrup, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted, and ¼ teaspoon salt until well combined.
  4. Stir in 1 cup finely chopped pecans, ½ cup pecan halves, and ¼ cup coarsely chopped pecans.
  5. Arrange half of the quartered pecan halves in the bottom of the pie crust.
  6. Gently pour the filling mixture over the pecans in the crust.
  7. Arrange the remaining pecan halves on top of the filling.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature with fresh whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

126g

Fat

37g

Carbs

21g

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