Description
Indulge in the rich, nutty sweetness of this Easy Southern Pecan Pie. A classic dessert perfect for holidays or any occasion, this pie is simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
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
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust: Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Stir in pecan halves.
- Fill the crust: Pour the filling into the pie crust and spread pecans out evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until set and golden brown. Cover edges with foil if needed. Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, toast the pecans before adding to the filling.
- Pair with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a delicious treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg