Pecan Pie is a beloved Southern dessert made with a buttery pie crust filled with a sweet caramel-like filling and plenty of toasted pecans. Rich, nutty, and perfectly gooey, it's a holiday favorite that never goes out of style.
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert experience.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Classic Southern dessert
Perfect holiday pie
Rich buttery filling
Crunchy pecan topping
Easy make-ahead dessert
Family favorite
Ingredients
For The Pie
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
For The Filling
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup brown sugar
3 large eggs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare The Filling
Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a large bowl whisk together:
Corn syrup
Brown sugar
Eggs
Melted butter
Vanilla extract
Salt
Step 2: Add Pecans
Stir in pecan halves.
Step 3: Assemble
Pour filling into pie crust.
Arrange additional pecan halves on top if desired.
Step 4: Bake
Bake for 50-60 minutes until center is mostly set.
Tent edges with foil if crust browns too quickly.
Step 5: Cool
Allow pie to cool completely before slicing.
Tips For The Best Pecan Pie
Toast pecans first for deeper flavor.
Let cool completely before cutting.
Serve slightly warm.
Add a splash of bourbon for extra richness.
What To Serve With Pecan Pie
Vanilla Ice Cream
Whipped Cream
Coffee
Hot Chocolate
Storage
Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
More Pie Recipes You'll Love
Sweet Potato Pie
Peach Pie
Banana Cream Pie
Chocolate Cream Pie
Coconut Cream Pie
Final Thoughts
This Southern Pecan Pie is rich, buttery, and packed with toasted pecans. It's the ultimate holiday dessert and a must-have recipe for Thanksgiving and Christmas tables.