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Classic Pecan Pie

A Southern favorite with a rich, nutty filling and a flaky crust. Baking it fills the house with the smell of toasted pecans and caramelized sugar.

prep
20 min
cook
1 h
total
1 h 20 min
serves
8
level
medium
A pecan pie topped with pecan halves.

A Southern favorite with a rich, nutty filling and a flaky crust. Baking it fills the house with the smell of toasted pecans and caramelized sugar.

method

  1. Mix the flour and salt, cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then add ice water one tablespoon at a time until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

  2. Whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.

  3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough, fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, pour in the filling, and arrange the pecan halves on top.

  4. Bake for 60-70 minutes until the filling is set. If the crust browns too quickly, cover the edges with foil.

  5. Cool completely before slicing. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if you like.