Perfect Pecan Pie Recipe with Corn Syrup
A classic pecan pie with a gooey corn syrup filling and toasted pecans, perfect for family gatherings and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves, toasted
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Toast the pecans by spreading them on a baking sheet and baking for 6-8 minutes until fragrant and slightly darker. Let cool.
- Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and prick the bottom lightly with a fork.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and glossy.
- Fold the toasted pecans gently into the filling until evenly distributed.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust, spreading evenly without overfilling.
- Bake on the middle rack for 55-65 minutes until the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cover crust edges with foil if they brown too fast.
- Cool the pie completely on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Slice with a sharp knife, wiping clean between cuts, and serve at room temperature or slightly warmed.
Notes
Do not overbeat the eggs to avoid cracks. Toast pecans to enhance flavor and crunch. Use foil to protect crust edges from over-browning. Let pie cool completely for best filling texture. Optional additions include bourbon, heavy cream, or chocolate chips. For gluten-free, use gluten-free crust and check corn syrup brand. For vegan, replace eggs with flaxseed eggs and use dairy-free butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 38
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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