Best Pecan Pie Recipe

Pecan pie with golden pie crust in a pie plate on a marble counter.

5 from 20 votes

Best Pecan Pie Recipe

This easy Southern Pecan Pie Recipe is a classic dessert in which salty pecans caramelize in a sweet filling and flaky crust. A family favorite, this iconic pie is a must for Thanksgiving and a favorite for Christmas and family suppers. It's make-ahead and freezer-friendly too.

Prep Time10

Cook Time45

Total Time55

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Robyn Stone

Equipment

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:

Store: Prepare the pie, cool completely. Store it in the refrigerator, covered, for 3 to 4 days. *See notes about refrigeration.
Freeze: Prepare the pie, cool completely. Wrap the pie plate entirely in foil, including the top and bottom. Place the wrapped pie into a freezer-safe zip-top bag and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in fridge overnight. Serve cold or reheat.
Reheat: Allow to sit on the counter as the oven preheats. Tent with foil to prevent burning, then reheat in the oven at 325 degrees for about 15 minutes. You can also reheat individual slices on a plate (uncovered) in the microwave for 20-30 seconds until warm but not hot.

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