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The Best Pecan Pie In The World Recipe

This is our family's secret recipe for the most incredible Southern pecan pie! Years of requests have finally led to this moment – sharing our time-tested recipe for a gourmet pecan pie that's surprisingly easy to make. Discover the trick to achieving perfect texture and flavor using a shallow 9 or 10-inch pie pan. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 693.3 kcal
Protein 13g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The Best Pecan Pie In The World

  • 1 (9-inch shallow) unbaked pie shell
  • pecan halves, for decoration
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 ½ cups granulated white sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • whipped cream, for serving (optional)

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How to Make The Best Pecan Pie In The World

  1. Line a 9-inch shallow pie pan with your favorite pie crust.
  2. Arrange pecan halves around the edge of the pie crust at ½-inch intervals, pressing them gently into the crust.
  3. Using a floured fork, crimp the pie crust between each pecan half, securing the edges to the pie plate.
  4. Set aside the prepared pie crust.
  5. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  6. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ½ teaspoon salt, and 1 cup light corn syrup. Simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  7. While the syrup simmers, beat 3 large eggs until light and foamy.
  8. Remove the syrup from heat. Stir in ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup chopped pecans.
  9. Gradually whisk in the beaten eggs until well combined.
  10. Pour the pecan filling into the prepared pie shell.
  11. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is almost set and the edges are golden brown. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, loosely tent the edges with foil.
  12. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before refrigerating. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
  13. Top with whipped cream for an extra decadent treat!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

149g

Fat

59g

Carbs

24g

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