Pecan Pie

Pecan Pie is a rich and sweet classic dessert made with crunchy pecans and a gooey caramel-like filling baked inside a flaky pie crust. This pecan pie recipe is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, and festive celebrations.

Origin of Pecan Pie

Pecan pie originated in the Southern United States, where pecans are native and widely used in traditional desserts. It became especially popular during holiday seasons like Thanksgiving.

Why It’s Loved

Pecan Pie is loved for its buttery crust, crunchy nuts, and rich sweet filling. It’s comforting, indulgent, and timeless.

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Pecan Pie

Recipe by RecipesVilla

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

14

minutes

Cooking time

48

minutes

Calories

450

kcal

Ingredients

• 1 unbaked pie crust

• 1 cup pecan halves

• 3 eggs

• 1 cup corn syrup or maple syrup

• ¾ cup brown sugar

• ¼ cup melted butter

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp salt

Directions

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Arrange pecans evenly in the pie crust.
• In a bowl, whisk eggs, syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt.
• Pour mixture over pecans.
• Bake for 45–50 minutes until the center is set.
• Cool completely before slicing.
• Serve at room temperature or chilled.

Notes

• Serving Suggestion: Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
• Tip: Cover crust edges with foil if browning too quickly.
• Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.