Pecan Pie Recipe
Make Pecan Pie Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust
- 1
Prepare the Crust
In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well.
- 2
Cut in Butter
Add the unsalted butter, cut into small pieces, to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Ice Water
Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Roll Out the Dough
After chilling, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to fit your pie dish. Transfer it to the dish and trim the edges.
Filling
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Prepare the Filling
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, melted unsalted butter, and salt until well combined.
- 8
Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- 9
Fold in Pecans
Gently fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the filling.
- 10
Assemble the Pie
Pour the pecan filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
- 11
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. Let cool before serving.