Print

Irresistible Classic Pecan Pie Recipe You Need to Try Today

Irresistible Classic Pecan Pie Recipe You Need to Try Today - Featured Image
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Learn how to make delicious Classic Pecan Pie. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup light corn syrup (or substitute with pure maple syrup for a deeper flavor)
  • 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves (lightly toasted for extra aroma)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If you’re using a homemade crust, roll it out gently and fit it into a 9-inch pie plate, crimping the edges as you like. If store-bought, just unroll and place it carefully.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and glossy. I find this step reminds me of those quiet moments with Mama Lu, where the mix was almost like a lullaby as I stirred.
  3. Scatter the toasted pecan halves evenly over the bottom of the pie crust. Toasting pecans first is a trick Mama Lu swore by—it brings out their nutty essence and adds a lovely crunch.
  4. Pour the syrup and egg mixture gently over the pecans, letting it seep into all the nooks and crannies.
  5. Place the pie on the center rack of your oven. Bake for about 55 to 60 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the filling is mostly set but still jiggles slightly in the center. If the crust edges brown too fast, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
  6. Remove the pie and let it cool completely on a wire rack. This cooling step is crucial—it allows the filling to firm up so it slices cleanly.
  7. Serve and enjoy! I always think about how Mama Lu would slice her pie thick, sharing it alongside stories that stretched long into the evening.

Find it online: https://claracooking.com/classic-pecan-pie/