Super Pecan Pie Recipe

This Super Pecan Pie recipe is a family favorite, passed down and perfected over the years. Get ready to wow your guests with its rich, buttery pecan filling and melt-in-your-mouth crust. This legendary pie is so good, it's become a Thanksgiving and Christmas tradition for many – and it will be for you, too! Guaranteed to be the star of your holiday dessert table.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 60 mins

Calories 510.1 kcal

Protein 9g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Super Pecan Pie

3 large eggs
½ cup dark corn syrup
Butter
Sugar
Vanilla
Salt
Pecan Halves
Unbaked Pie Shell

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How to Make Super Pecan Pie

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a medium bowl, lightly beat 3 large eggs with a whisk.
Add and whisk in the following ingredients: 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ½ cup light corn syrup, ½ cup dark corn syrup, ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whisk until well combined.
Gently press 2 cups pecan halves into the bottom of a 9-inch unbaked pie crust.
Pour the liquid mixture evenly over the pecans in the pie crust.
Bake for 15 minutes at 400°F (200°C), then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the filling is set around the edges and the center is slightly jiggly.
Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before serving. This allows the filling to set properly and enhances the flavor.