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The Best Pecan Pie Recipe

by Joanna Stephens Published: Oct 17, 2019 · Updated: Dec 7, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. We earn commission from purchases made. ·

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The Best Pecan Pie Recipe

Pecan pie is such a rich and delicious custard pie with it's butterscotch undertones! Not only that, it is fairly easy to make.

Now like most custard pies (pecan pie, pumpkin pie, lemon meringue, etc.) these pies will be cooked for along period of time ensuring that the eggy mixture heats up enough to get thick.

With this particular pecan recipe, I used extra butter than most recipes call for. This is because I think it makes it taste creamier. Because of this, it does take longer than most pecan pies to thicken up, so keep an eye on your crust.

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Pecan Pie Recipe Ingredients list

Here's what you will need to make this absolutely delicious pecan pie:

Pecan pie filling:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup dark corn syrup
  • 1 ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 ½ cup pecan halves

1- 9inch pie crust:

I actually tend to just make my flaky pie crust recipe and freeze the other half of the dough. But here are the measurements for just half of the dough:

  • 1 stick salted butter, cubed
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoon water

a slice of delicious pecan pie with a buch of pecans circling the slice.

How to make the best pecan pie

For best results make sure to use a 9 inch pie pan like the one found here on Amazon.

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, in a large mixing bowl, add the dark corn syrup.

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Next, you will add the melted butter (or almost melted butter) to the dark corn syrup. Mix on high for 3 minutes until smooth.

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Then, you will add the vanilla to the creamy mixture.

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Next, you will add in the brown sugar, then mix to combine.

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Finally, add in the eggs and mix on medium speed for 2-3 minutes.

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Then you will pour this mixture into an a pre-baked pie crust. I like to pre-bake the pie crust so that the bottom of the crust doesn't get soggy. I simply place parchment paper on the pie crust and add some pie weights or dried beans. Then bake at 325 degrees for 12 minutes.

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Once you have poured the pecan pie filling into the pie crust, you will add the pecans to the pecan pie! I went around in a circular direction so that it looks uniform. Then fill in the gaps with the rest of the pecans.

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Place the pie pan on a cookie sheet to catch in spills or boil-overs. Then, bake the pecan pie at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 70-75 minutes.

Make sure to rotate the pan half-way through baking for even browning.

Also, keep an eye on the pie crust. You can use a pie shield or some aluminum foil to keep the edges from burning. When the pecan pie is finished baking, let it cool completely for 1-2 hours (easier said than done).

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Don't forget to pin this pecan pie recipe so you can make it again and again! When you make this recipe, please comment and let me know what you think of it. Thanks!

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The Best Pecan Pie Recipe

This is the best pecan pie recipe you will ever find. Perfect for any time, this gooey custard and pecan topped pie is the dessert everyone will be craving!

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword pecan pie, pecan pie recipe
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 8 people
Calories 740 kcal
Author Joanna Stephens

Ingredients

Ingredients

Pecan Pie Filling

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup dark cork syrup
  • 1 ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 ½ cup pecan halves

Pecan Pie Crust

  • ½ cup salted butter
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoon water

Instructions

Directions:

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, in a large mixing bowl, add the dark corn syrup.
  2. Next, you will add the melted butter (or almost melted butter) to the dark corn syrup. Mix on high for 3 minutes until smooth.
  3. Then, you will add the vanilla to the creamy mixture. Next, you will add in the brown sugar. Then mix to combine.
  4. Finally, add in the eggs and mix on medium speed for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Then you will pour this mixture into an a pre-baked pie crust. I like to prebake the pie crust so that the bottom of the crust doesn't get soggy. I simply place parchement paper on the pie crust and add some pie weights or dried beans. Then bake at 325 degrees for 10 minutes.
  6. Once you have poured the pecan pie filling into the pie crust, you will add the pecans to the pecan pie! I went around in a circular direction so that it looks uniform. Then fill in the gaps with the rest of the pecans.
  7. Place the pie pan on a cookie sheet to catch in spillls or boil-overs. Then, bake the pecan pie at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 70-75 minutes. Make sure to rotate the pan half-way through baking for even browning.

Recipe Notes

Also, keep an eye on the pie crust. You can use a pie shield or some aluminum foil to keep the edges from burning. When the pecan pie is finished baking, let it cool completely for 1-2 hours (easier said than done).

Nutrition Facts
The Best Pecan Pie Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 740 Calories from Fat 387
% Daily Value*
Fat 43g66%
Saturated Fat 19g119%
Cholesterol 156mg52%
Sodium 355mg15%
Potassium 210mg6%
Carbohydrates 86g29%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 69g77%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 1025IU21%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 85mg9%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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Comments

  1. Emily

    March 18, 2022 at 5:13 pm

    5 stars
    Such an amazing pecan pie!! My whole family loved it. Will be my go to recipe from now on!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      March 18, 2022 at 5:19 pm

      So glad you enjoyed it Emily!!

      Reply
  2. Ginny

    September 22, 2018 at 3:31 pm

    I'm so glad fall has started and I can make recipes like this one with a good excuse. Thanks for the beautiful and best recipe.

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 24, 2018 at 1:10 pm

      I agree Ginny! Fall is such a wonderful time because there are some amazing recipes and pecan pie is a great one. Glad you like it. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Ben Myhre

    September 22, 2018 at 2:11 pm

    I was not raised with pecan pie, but I spent some time as waiter at a place that had a bakery. They made this kind of pie and I fell in absolute love. This pecan pie recipe looks simply divine and I am going to eat the heck out of it.

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 24, 2018 at 1:10 pm

      Thanks Ben! I actually never tried it when I was younger, but later realized how much I was missing out. Hope you like this recipe!

      Reply
  4. Colleen

    September 22, 2018 at 12:55 pm

    I love pecan pie, it's similar to Canadian butter tarts, which are a favourite for us. This one looks so perfectly gooey!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 24, 2018 at 1:08 pm

      Thanks Colleen! I love pecan pie too. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Shanika

    September 22, 2018 at 11:31 am

    I've never tried Pecan Pie, but I know that it's a Southern Fave! I definitely need to try this. Looks delicious!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 24, 2018 at 1:08 pm

      Ooh Shanika, you have to try this recipe! Pecan pie is absolutely amazing. You will wish you had some sooner!! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Jaclyn Anne

    September 22, 2018 at 10:36 am

    This pecan pie looks incredible - I can't wait to make one this weekend!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      September 24, 2018 at 1:07 pm

      Thanks Jaclyn, I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  7. Joanna Stephens

    August 31, 2018 at 12:34 pm

    Thanks Nadalie! It is such a great treat for fall!!

    Reply
  8. Nadalie Bardo

    August 29, 2018 at 4:26 pm

    Oh my yummy! The inside of this pie looks divine, I would take a straw to it. Perfect for Fall!

    Reply
  9. Jen @ Jenron Designs

    August 29, 2018 at 10:09 am

    Yum it is is getting to be that time of year!!! I am so ready for pecan pies and pumpkin goodies I just can not stand it!!! I love a little bourbon in ours.

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      August 31, 2018 at 12:33 pm

      Ooh bourbon would be a great addition to pecan pie! Thanks for sharing Jen!!

      Reply
  10. Jenna

    August 28, 2018 at 10:20 pm

    Yummm. My mouth is watering. Thanks for the recipe. Just in time for thanksgiving. I’ll be adding this to the list. ❤️

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      August 31, 2018 at 12:30 pm

      Oh yes, this pecan pie is perfect for thanksgiving! I wanna say that 80% of why I look forward to the holidays is because of the pie involved. lol 🙂

      Reply
  11. Shannon

    August 28, 2018 at 6:52 pm

    I didn't have pecan pie until a few years ago because I always thought I wouldn't like it. But I LOVE it and this recipe sounds incredible too!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      August 31, 2018 at 12:28 pm

      Thanks Shannon! I will let you in on a little secret of mine...when I was younger I would refuse to eat it because I really didn't think it would be any good. Boy, was I missing out!

      Reply
  12. Tracy @ Cleland Clan

    August 28, 2018 at 4:38 pm

    This looks so decadent. Can't wait to try it!

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      August 31, 2018 at 12:26 pm

      Thank you Tracy!

      Reply
  13. POOVANESH PATHER

    August 28, 2018 at 1:14 pm

    This pie looks so yummy. Pinning it to try.

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      August 31, 2018 at 12:26 pm

      Thank you! Let me know how you like it when you make it. 🙂

      Reply
  14. pracreation

    August 28, 2018 at 12:09 pm

    This cake is full of caramel and healthy at the same time.

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      August 31, 2018 at 12:25 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  15. sree

    August 28, 2018 at 12:09 pm

    This Pecan pie looks so damn delicious 🙂

    Reply
    • Joanna Stephens

      August 31, 2018 at 12:24 pm

      Thanks!! It really is!

      Reply

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