Description
Indulge in the warmth of Southern baking with this irresistible Homemade Pecan Pie. Featuring a flaky crust and a luscious, gooey filling, this classic dessert is perfect for any occasion—from holiday feasts to family dinners. With the ability to customize the recipe for various dietary preferences, including vegan options, this pecan pie invites everyone to enjoy its rich flavors. Delight in the sweet combination of caramelized pecans atop a buttery base that offers both texture and taste. This pie not only satisfies your sweet cravings but also becomes a cherished tradition in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cold, cubed unsalted butter (or vegan margarine)
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 large eggs (or flax eggs for vegan)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups pecans
Instructions
- Make the pie crust by mixing flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually until dough forms.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes, then roll it out and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan.
- Prepare the filling by whisking corn syrup and brown sugar. Mix in eggs (or flax eggs), vanilla, melted butter, and fold in pecans.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Pour filling into crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until edges set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg