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April 25, 2024Difficulty
Easy / Beginner
Prep time
25 Mins
Total Time
1Hr 5Minutes
Servings
12
Description
This Pecan Pie recipe isn't just simple to whip up, it's downright divine. Picture a luscious caramel-pecan filling nestled within a buttery, flaky crust—it's a true delight. Needless to say, it's a beloved staple in our family's cookbook!
Instructions
- Begin by crafting your signature pie crust, carefully placing it into a 9-inch pie dish and chilling it while you concoct the pecan pie filling.
- In a spacious bowl, blend together granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, corn syrup, and the velvety essence of softened (or melted) butter. Integrate the eggs and vanilla, infusing the mixture with a symphony of flavors.
- Set aside a handful of pecans for a decorative flourish, then fold the remainder into the batter. Pour this decadent blend into the awaiting pie shell. Scatter the reserved pecans across the surface, arranging them artfully to elevate the pie's visual allure. With a delicate touch, use a spoon to cloak them in the batter, ensuring their harmonious integration.
- Slide the pie into the oven, preheated to a blistering 425 degrees Fahrenheit, for an initial 10-minute burst of heat. Then, gracefully reduce the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and continue baking for approximately 40 minutes. Keep a watchful eye, shielding the pie midway with a tent of greased aluminum foil to safeguard its delicate balance.
- The pie will signal its readiness when a gentle shake reveals a firm, yet yielding, interior. Should it sway excessively, grant it a few more moments in the oven until it achieves the desired stability.
- Allow your masterpiece to cool gracefully, patiently awaiting its moment of glory. When the time is ripe, slice into its tender depths, savoring each luscious bite. Alternatively, bestow upon it the honor of refrigeration, allowing its flavors to deepen and meld over the course of 1-3 days, until the grand unveiling.
NOTES
- For those wielding a standard 9” pie dish, this recipe is your golden ticket. However, if your vessel of choice is of grander proportions, consider amplifying the ingredients by 1 ½ for a truly indulgent treat.
- Preparation Notes:
Prepare to dazzle ahead of time! Homemade Pecan Pie is a paragon of make-ahead prowess. Bake it with flair, allow it to luxuriate in cool repose, then bestow upon it the mantle of the refrigerator for 1-3 days. Before its grand debut, extend an invitation to warmth by removing it from its chilly abode one hour prior to serving.
Alternatively, orchestrate a symphony of preparation. The pecan pie filling, sans nuts, and the pie crust can be assembled separately, awaiting their moment of union. When the time is ripe, bring them together in a harmonious crescendo, baking them to perfection on the day of your choosing. - Frozen in Time:
For those who dare to defy time's relentless march, Pecan Pie offers sanctuary in the frosty embrace of the freezer. Once cooled to perfection, enrobe it in layers of plastic wrap and aluminum foil, preserving its essence for up to 3 months. When the occasion calls, allow it to thaw gracefully in the hallowed halls of the refrigerator, ensuring that its triumphant return is met with eager anticipation and grateful hearts.
Nutrician Facts
- Calories: 368kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 230mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin A: 224IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg
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Ingredients
- Homemade pie crust - 1, unbaked (my recipe makes 2 crusts, so you can freeze the other crust, or cut the recipe in half)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Light brown sugar: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Light corn syrup: 1 cup
- Vanilla extract: 3/4 teaspoon
- Salted butter, softened or melted: 1/3 cup
- Eggs: 3
- Pecan halves: 1 1/2 cups (can chop or leave whole)
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