Classic Pecan Pie Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pie Crust
Filling
Method
Pie Crust Preparation
- 1
Make the Pie Crust
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Add Butter
Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and add it into the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Ice Water
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Do not overwork the dough.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Roll Out the Dough
After chilling, roll the dough out on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie pan.
- 6
Fit into Pie Pan
Transfer the rolled dough to the pie pan, trim the edges, and crimp as desired. Set aside.
Filling Preparation
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Mix the Filling
In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until smooth.
- 9
Add Pecans
Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- 10
Fill the Crust
Pour the pecan filling into the prepared pie crust.
- 11
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly puffed. The pie is done when a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve with whipped cream if desired.
