Classic Comforting Pecan Pie Recipe Southern Style
A rich, gooey southern-style pecan pie with a flaky buttery crust and toasted pecans, perfect for holidays and family gatherings. Easy to make with simple ingredients and delivers nostalgic comfort in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes plus cooling time
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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- 1 9-inch unbaked pie shell (store-bought or homemade flaky butter crust)
- 1 ½ cups pecan halves, toasted lightly
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1 tablespoon whiskey or bourbon
- Optional: A splash of heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the pie crust by pressing it into a 9-inch pie pan and crimping the edges. Chill in the fridge for about 10 minutes.
- Toast the pecans on a baking sheet in the oven for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs until just combined. Add light corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, salt, and optional bourbon. Whisk until smooth and glossy.
- Fold in the toasted pecans gently to distribute evenly.
- Pour the filling into the chilled pie crust and smooth the top lightly without pressing down.
- Bake the pie on a baking sheet at 350°F (175°C) for 55-65 minutes until edges are set and golden and the center jiggles slightly but is not liquid. Cover crust edges with foil halfway through baking if they brown too fast.
- Cool completely on a wire rack for about 2 hours to set properly before slicing. For best results, chill overnight before serving.
Notes
Toast pecans to enhance flavor. Chill pie crust before baking to prevent shrinking. Cover crust edges with foil halfway through baking to avoid burning. Let pie cool completely or chill overnight for best slicing. Use a baking sheet under the pie to catch drips and keep oven clean. Substitute maple syrup for corn syrup for a natural flavor. Gluten-free and vegan adaptations available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8th of pi
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 35
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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