Pecan Pie Recipe
Make Pecan Pie Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Pie Crust
Filling
Method
Pie Crust
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cups of unsalted butter (cut into small pieces), 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- 2
Add Ice Water
Gradually add 3 tablespoons of ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together. Avoid overworking the dough.
- 3
Chill the Dough
Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
Filling
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Prepare the Filling
In a medium saucepan, melt 0.25 cups of unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of light corn syrup, 3 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt until well combined.
- 7
Add Pecans
Fold in 1 cup of pecans into the filling mixture.
- 8
Assemble the Pie
Pour the pecan filling into the prepared pie crust.
- 9
Bake the Pie
Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted into the filling should come out clean.
- 10
Cool and Serve
Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.