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Ingredients
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Pecan Pie Filling
Pie Crust
Vanilla Ice Cream
Method
Pie Crust
- 1
Prepare the Pie Crust
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the chilled, cubed butter and mix with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Form the Dough
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
- 4
Pre-bake the Crust
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pre-bake the crust for about 10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside.
Pecan Pie Filling
- 5
Mix the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and salt. Stir in the corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 6
Add the Eggs
Add the eggs, one at a time, whisking after each addition until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- 7
Incorporate the Pecans
Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the filling.
- 8
Fill the Pie Crust
Pour the pecan filling into the pre-baked pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- 9
Bake the Pie
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown. Allow to cool before serving.
Serving
- 10
Serve with Ice Cream
Slice the pecan pie and serve each slice warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.
