Description
Thanksgiving Pecan Pie is a beloved classic that brings warmth and joy to your holiday table. With a flaky crust and a gooey filling bursting with toasted pecans and rich vanilla, each slice is a delightful blend of sweet and nutty flavors. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for novice bakers, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this crowd-pleaser year-round. Let the aroma fill your home as you create unforgettable memories with family and friends.
Ingredients
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- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup pecans (chopped)
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan.
- In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, corn syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt; mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in pecans until evenly coated.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and bake for 60-70 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (107g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg