Description
This Amazing Southern Pecan Pie is a classic and beloved dessert featuring a rich, gooey filling of corn syrup, brown sugar, and pecans nestled in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for holidays or special occasions, it offers a delightful balance of sweetness and nutty flavors with a golden-brown top and a tender, slightly crisp crust. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, optionally garnished with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Filling
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Prepare Pie Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges as desired to give it a decorative finish.
- Make Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, packed light brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Pecans: Stir in the pecan halves, ensuring they are evenly coated with the filling mixture for uniform flavor distribution.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the pecan mixture evenly into the prepared pie crust, spreading the nuts out so they are well distributed across the surface.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Check occasionally; if the crust edges begin to brown too quickly, cover them with foil to prevent burning.
- Check Doneness: The pie is done when the center is set but still jiggles slightly when gently shaken – it should not slosh or be runny.
- Cool: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack. This allows the filling to fully set before slicing.
- Serve: Slice and serve the pie at room temperature or chilled. Optionally, top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream to enhance the dessert experience.
Notes
- To check for doneness, gently shake the pie — the center should jiggle slightly but not slosh.
- You can toast the pecans beforehand for extra flavor.
- This pie can be made a day ahead and stored covered at room temperature or refrigerated.
