Walnut Pie Recipe

Indulge in this classic Canadian Walnut Pie, a recipe featured in the "Best of International Cooking" cookbook and shared during the Zaar World Tour 2006! This easy-to-follow recipe creates a rich and nutty pie perfect for any occasion. Flaky crust, sweet and crunchy walnut filling – pure deliciousness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 3912.5 kcal
Protein 106g
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Ingredients for Walnut Pie

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How to Make Walnut Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, lightly beat 2 large eggs.
  3. Stir in ¾ cup granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ cup maple syrup, ½ cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter, and 2 cups chopped walnuts.
  4. Pour the walnut mixture into your prepared 9-inch pie crust.
  5. Top with the second pie crust.
  6. Crimp and seal the edges of the top and bottom crusts by folding the edges under and pressing firmly.
  7. Cut several slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
  8. Brush the top crust with 1 beaten egg yolk for a golden brown finish.
  9. Bake for 10 minutes at 400°F (200°C).
  10. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).
  11. Continue baking for 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. Let cool completely before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

100 g

Sugar

901g

Fat

288g

Carbs

143g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Walnut Pie?

Walnut Pie takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Walnut Pie?

Walnut Pie has approximately 3912.5 calories per serving, with about 106 g protein, 143 g carbohydrates and 349 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Walnut Pie?

The key ingredients for Walnut Pie are Unbaked Double Pie Crusts, Eggs, Granulated Sugar, Vanilla, Maple Syrup, Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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