Classic Pecan Pie
Desserts & Sweets
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Classic Pecan Pie

Rich, gooey pecan pie with a buttery crust - the quintessential Southern dessert that's pure indulgence.

75 min
8 servings
SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Recipe by the SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Developed and reviewed by our editorial team.

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

60m

Servings

8

Difficulty

Easy

Estimated Nutrition

Per serving · estimated

Calories

520

Protein

5 g

Carbs

68 g

Fat

28 g

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Ingredients

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  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F.

2

Whisk together eggs, corn syrup, sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt.

3

Arrange pecan halves in bottom of pie crust.

4

Pour filling over pecans.

5

Bake 50-60 minutes until filling is set and slightly puffed.

6

Let cool completely before slicing (at least 2 hours).

7

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Chef's Comfy Tip

The pie is done when the center is slightly jiggly but not liquid - it will continue to set as it cools.

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