Here’s a classic Old-Fashioned Pecan Pie recipe — rich, sweet, and perfect for holidays or cozy gatherings.
Old-Fashioned Pecan Pie Recipe
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 9-inch unbaked pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
For the filling:
- 1 cup light corn syrup (or dark, for a richer flavor)
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the filling
- In a medium bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Stir in pecans.
3. Assemble the pie
- Pour filling into the prepared pie crust.
- Arrange a few extra pecan halves on top for decoration if desired.
4. Bake
- Bake 50–60 minutes, until filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- If the crust or pecans start to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
5. Cool
- Let pie cool completely at room temperature before slicing. This helps the filling set properly.
Tips
- For a deeper flavor, toast the pecans lightly before adding to the filling.
- Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Corn syrup gives that classic smooth texture, but maple syrup can be substituted for a slightly different, richer taste.
I can also give you a simpler one-bowl version that’s almost foolproof and still tastes like the classic Southern pecan pie. Do you want that version?
