Easy Pecan Pie

This Easy Pecan Pie recipe is an excellent recipe for Thanksgiving or Christmas. It can be easily prepared and it’s simply delicious! This recipe will provide you with one 9-inch pie that serves about 8 people.

What’s your favorite pie when it comes to the holidays? I know that pumpkin is super popular this time of year but I think that one pie that often doesn’t get the attention that it deserves is pecan pie.

In the southern region of the United States, the recipe for pecan pie was extremely popular as far back as the early 1800s. In fact, American recipes for pecan pie were first published as early as 1828.

Now – my great-grandmother was the queen of pie. Or at least that is what we knew her as among the family and her friends. When people wanted pie – she was the one to call.

Not only was she great at making pies, but she was great at making them in BULK. I remember sitting in her tiny little kitchen at a very young age. There were pies cooling just about everywhere and she was loading several more into the oven at the same time to make more.

This recipe is the one I found in her recipe box when the family things were passed down. I know she got it from her mother or grandmother – so it has been a while. We simplified it here with a frozen pie crust – but I do have THE ABSOLUTE BEST PIE CRUST RECIPE that you can make this with too to make it just like great-grandma used to make.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

How should I store the Pecan Pie?

You only want to leave Pecan Pie out on the counter for a few hours. After which, you will want to refrigerate it for up to 4-6 days.

Can this recipe be doubled?

Theoretically yes. I do make multiple pies from time to time, especially for holidays. So I just double the recipe for the crust & cut the dough in half before rolling it out for 2 pie plates.

Then you should be able to mix the filling together in one mixing bowl and then divide between the two prepared crusts. You can bake both pies together in a standard size oven.

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Do I serve Pecan Pie warm or cold?

Many pies are served warm, but Pecan Pie is best served just out of the fridge or at room temperature. This allows the inside filling to slightly firm up like a pudding.

What is the difference between light and dark corn syrup?

Light corn syrup is much sweeter than dark corn syrup. The light version, usually used to make sweet jams and sauces, has less aftertaste than dark corn syrup.  The light version also gives pie filling a glossier look.

Dark corn syrup has a deeper color, richer flavor, more like molasses – which makes it great for recipes like this pie.

Keep in mind that all corn syrup and molasses are just different variations of liquid sugar. They add sweetness to a recipe instead of large amounts of granulated or brown sugar.

Ingredients for Pecan Pie

• deep-dish frozen pie shell or homemade pie crust
• pecans chopped
• dark corn syrup
• eggs
• salted butter melted
• light brown sugar – lightly packed
• vanilla
• cinnamon
• pecans halved

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Can pecan pie be made in advance?

Yes, this pecan pie is best when it’s had time to sit in the refrigerator overnight or for at least 3 hours, but you can also make pecan pies 1-2 days in advance and just keep them in the fridge until ready to serve.

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How to Make Pecan Pie

1. Thaw the pie crust based on the recommendations on the box. OR make your homemade pie crust, place in the pie dish and set aside.
2. Preheat the oven to 350F.
3. Evenly lay the chopped pecans along the bottom of the pie crust and set aside.
4. In a medium bowl mix the corn syrup, eggs, melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon and mix well.
5. Pour the pie filling slowly on top of the pecans. The pecans will rise to the top; if you see any empty spots, you can sprinkle a small amount of chopped pecans to ensure an even spread.
6. Top with halved pecans.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is just a little bit jiggly.
8. Remove the pie from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
9. Slice and enjoy with whipped cream or ice cream.

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Can this pecan pie be frozen?

Absolutely! Once the pie is baked and completely cooled, wrap the pie tightly with plastic wrap and freeze for up to 6 months.

Can this be made with light corn syrup?

Yes – if you can’t seem to find dark corn syrup – that is the one ingredient that can be changed in this recipe. The flavor won’t be quite as rich – but light will work in that case.

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What kind of pan should I use?

This pie recipe calls for using a deep dish frozen pie shell (9 inch). If you do not have a deep dish frozen pie shell, you can use an unbaked 9-inch homemade or purchased pastry crust.

Can this be made with another type of nut?

Theoretically yes – if you wanted to make this dessert using walnuts or another favorite nut – I would imagine it would work just fine.

Obviously, it would require you to change the name completely – but since the filling is basically a caramel-type base, it would taste just as great with another variety of nut.

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What should I serve with pecan pie?

Since we are usually enjoying this pie after our holiday feast – there are so many different recipes we usually add to our meal before dessert. Here are some of our favorites we make along with this pie.

• Pepper Jelly Glazed Meatballs
• Apple Cranberry Spritzer
• Cranberry Quick Bread
• Traditional Deviled Eggs
• Apple Stuffing
• Honey Glazed Carrots
• Easy Cranberry Sauce
• Loaded Green Bean Casserole
• Easy Sausage Stuffing
• One Hour Dinner Rolls
• Easy Gravy Recipe
• Bacon & Garlic Green Beans
• Garlic Mashed Potatoes
• Holiday Party Punch
• Pumpkin Roll Cake

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Products I love when making a pecan pie…

This pecan pie recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me this time of year, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made a homemade pie before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this pie recipe.

• pie shell or homemade pie crust
• pecans chopped
• dark corn syrup
• light brown sugar
• vanilla
• cinnamon
• pecans halved
• pie plate
• pie server
• mixing bowls
• measuring cups
• measuring spoons

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