Description
If you’re seeking a heartwarming dessert that brings joy to any gathering, this Homemade Pecan Pie Recipe is the answer. With its sweet and nutty flavor profile, every slice feels like a comforting embrace. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this pie features a gooey filling complemented by a flaky crust, making it a beloved choice for both kids and adults alike. Plus, with simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll find yourself returning to this recipe time and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 4–5 tablespoons ice water
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 large eggs (or flaxseed mixture for vegan option)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 ½ cups whole pecans (or chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, combine flour, salt, and sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water until the dough holds together. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough into a circle and transfer it to a pie pan.
- For the filling, whisk together corn syrup and brown sugar in a bowl. Add eggs (or flaxseed mixture), vanilla extract, melted butter, and pecans; mix well.
- Pour the filling into the crust and bake for 50–60 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg