southern pecan pie recipe

Pecan Pie Recipe

This classic Southern pecan pie is rich, buttery, and perfectly sweet filled with crunchy pecans and a smooth, caramel-like custard filling. Ideal for Thanksgiving, holidays, or any special gathering, this homemade pecan pie delivers a flaky crust and a melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s impossible to resist.

homemade pecan pie recipe
homemade pecan pie recipe

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup light or dark corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups pecan halves
  • 1 (9-inch) unbaked single pie crust

Directions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a medium bowl, lightly beat the eggs. Add sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla, and salt. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
  • Stir in the pecan halves, ensuring they’re evenly coated, then pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
  • Bake at 400°F for 15 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for 35–40 minutes, or until the filling is golden brown and just set in the center.
  • Remove from the oven and let the pie cool for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to firm up.
  • Serve at room temperature or slightly warm, optionally with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
vegan pecan pie recipe
vegan pecan pie recipe

Preparation Details

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 (9-inch) pie