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Pecan pie on a wire rack.

Grandma's Pecan Pie

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Pecan pie is a classic holiday dessert and this pecan pie recipe is my favorite. Super easy too! A rich, gooey, pecan filling is poured into a flaky crust, decorated with more pecans and baked until golden brown. Top with whipped cream for the ultimate holiday treat!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Diet Vegetarian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 573
Author Kim

Ingredients

For the crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups (188g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil 
  • 2 tablespoons milk

For the filling:

  • 4 large eggs beaten
  • 1 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup chopped pecans + more pecan halves to decorate the top of the pie, if desired

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • For the crust, combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add oil and milk; mix well and pat in 9-inch pie dish, flutting or pressing a fork into the edges if desired.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, flour and vanilla. Stir in melted butter and chopped pecans.
  • Pour the filling into the piecrust. Top with additional pecans for decorative purposes, if desired. Bake until center of pie is puffed and golden brown, about 35 minutes.
  • Remove baked pie from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve pie warm, at room temperature, or even chilled. Enjoy plain or with whipped cream or ice cream.

Notes

To make this pie extra pretty, arrange extra pecan halves in a decorative pattern on top of the filling before it goes into the oven.
Ingredient substitutions: Use dark brown sugar or dark corn syrup for a deeper caramel flavor.
Variations: If desired, add 1/2 to 1 cup drained crushed pineapple, semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped dates with pecans.
Storage: Cover and store leftovers at room temperature for 1-2 days or in the refrigerator for 4-5 days.
Freezing: Cooked pecan pie freezes well. Once cooled, wrap the pie tightly with plastic wrap and store it in a large freezer bag or freezer-friendly storage container for up to 3 months. To thaw, place it in the refrigerator overnight and bring to room temperature before serving. 
Nutritional information includes the crust.

Nutrition

Serving: 1piece | Calories: 573kcal | Carbohydrates: 71g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 361mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 304IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg