Best Pecan Pie Recipe
This easy pecan pie recipe is a classic Southern dessert. Salty pecans caramelize in a sweet filling and flaky crust for the BEST pecan pie! It is a must for Thanksgiving and a favorite for Christmas and family suppers! Make ahead and freezer-friendly!
Servings: 8
Equipment
- Instant Read Thermometer optional
Ingredients
- ½ cup (99 g) granulated sugar
- 3 large (150 g) eggs
- 1 cup (312 g) light corn syrup or maple syrup
- ½ cup (113 g) butter melted
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) vanilla extract
- pinch (0.4 g) kosher salt
- 1 cup (114 g) pecan halves or pieces
- 1 unbaked pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350º F.
- Add granulated sugar and eggs to a large bowl. Whisk together until well-combined. Add in syrup (corn or maple), melted butter, vanilla, and salt. Stir in pecan halves and pour into the unbaked pie crust.
- Place in oven and bake 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on your oven. A piece of foil may be placed over the top for the last few minutes of baking to prevent the edges of the crust from becoming over-brown.
Notes
How to Tell if Pecan Pie is Done:
Internal Temperature - The center of the pie should register 200º F when checked with an instant-read thermometer.
Slightly Springy in Center - If you touch the center of the pie, it should slightly spring back to the touch. The more you make it, the more you’ll have an eye for when it is just right to remove from the oven and not overbaked or underbaked.
Storage Tips:
To store. Prepare the pecan pie and allow it to cool completely. Store it covered in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. (The pie needs to be refrigerated for food safety because of the eggs in the recipe. Do not leave it out for over 2 hours without refrigerating it.)
To freeze. Prepare the pecan pie and allow it to cool completely. Wrap the pie plate entirely in foil, making sure to wrap it entirely around the top and bottom of the pie. Then, place the wrapped pie into a freezer-safe zip-top bag and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To serve. Thaw the pie in the refrigerator overnight, then slice and serve as normal. It's delicious cold from the refrigerator, but you can reheat it if you wish.
Nutrition
Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 129mg | Potassium: 164mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 0.6mg
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