Best 6 Basic Pecan Pie Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Indulge in the Southern charm of pecan pie, a timeless classic that embodies the spirit of American comfort food. This iconic dessert features a buttery, flaky crust enveloping a luscious filling of pecan halves, sugar, corn syrup, eggs, and a hint of vanilla. Pecan pie is a symphony of flavors and textures, with the sweet, nutty crunch of pecans harmonizing perfectly with the velvety smoothness of the filling. This article presents a collection of pecan pie recipes that cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. From the traditional to the innovative, these recipes offer a range of options to satisfy every craving. Embrace the warmth and nostalgia of pecan pie, whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice eager to embark on a culinary adventure.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

DEEP FRIED PECAN PIE RECIPE BY TASTY



Deep Fried Pecan Pie Recipe by Tasty image

Whether you have leftover pie, or just want to turn your Thanksgiving dessert spread WAY up, this deep fried pecan pie is the stuff sweet dreams are made of. Our Basic Pecan Pie is sliced and frozen, then dipped in pancake batter and fried to golden brown perfection.

Provided by Tresha Lindo

Categories     Bakery Goods

Time 14h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups all purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 pinch kosher salt
1 ¼ sticks unsalted butter
2 large egg yolks
4 tablespoons ice water
2 cups pecan, halves, divided
¾ cup light corn syrup
3 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons melted butter
½ teaspoon kosher salt
8 cups vegetable oil
4 cups prepared pancake batter
¼ cup powdered sugar, for dusting
dried bean
8 popsicle sticks

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Sift the flour and salt together into a large bowl.
  • Using only your fingertips, pinch the cubes of butter into the flour, breaking up the butter as you go, until no large lumps remain.
  • Mix the egg yolks and ice water together in a small bowl with a fork until evenly combined.
  • Add the liquid to the flour mixture, reserving a quarter or so in case you don't need all of it--you don't want the pastry to be too wet. Quickly mix everything together with a fork until the dough just starts to come together. Add more liquid to the driest parts of the dough if needed. The dough is ready when it holds together in a ball when squeezed in your palm.
  • Transfer the dough to a clean surface and bring together in a disc. Wrap the dough disc in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 days.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Lightly flour a clean surface and unwrap the disc of chilled dough. Flour the top of the dough. Using a rolling pin, push down on the dough, giving it a quarter turn every few smushes, to spread the dough evenly and ensure it doesn't stick to the surface.
  • Start to roll out the dough, continuing to turn. If any cracks form, smush them back together. Roll out the dough to a circle about ⅛-inch (3 mm) thick and place into a 9-inch (22 cm) pie dish, trimming any excess dough around the edges. Crimp the edges in a decorative pattern.
  • Place a piece of parchment in the center of the pie crust and add the pie weights or dried beans. 10. Bake for 15 minutes, until lightly golden brown.
  • Make the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together 1½ cups pecans, corn syrup, eggs, sugar, vanilla, melted butter, and salt.
  • Carefully lift the parchment with the pie weights from the par-baked pie crust, then pour in the filling. Top with the remaining ½ cup (60 G) of pecans in concentric circles.
  • Return the pie to the oven for 20 minutes, then cover with a piece of foil and continue baking for 40 minutes, until the filling is completely set. Let the pie cool completely.
  • Cut the pie into 8 equal slices and carefully insert a popsicle stick into the crust side of each slice, using a small paring knife to make an incision if needed. Place the pie slices on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze overnight, or until solid.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot until it reaches 350°F (180°C).
  • Working in batches, dip the slices of pie into the prepared pancake batter, then carefully transfer to the hot oil and fry for 4 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar and serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

EASY PECAN PIE RECIPE



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This homemade pecan pie is a classic old-fashioned dessert that's perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas. It has the best combination of sweet and salty! Plus, it's so easy to make that the kids can help with every step of this recipe.

Provided by Shelly

Categories     Pie

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup Karo® Light OR Dark Corn Syrup
3 eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) coarsely chopped pecans
1 (9-inch) unbaked OR frozen deep-dish pie crust

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix Karo® Light Corn Syrup, eggs, sugar, butter and vanilla using a spoon or a rubber spatula.
  • Stir in pecans.
  • Pour the mixture into pie crust.
  • Bake on center rack of oven for 60 to 70 minutes.
  • Cool for at least 2 hours on wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 304 calories, Sugar 46.7 g, Sodium 54.6 mg, Fat 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3 g, Cholesterol 61.9 mg

BASIC PECAN PIE RECIPE BY TASTY



Basic Pecan Pie Recipe by Tasty image

It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without classic pecan pie on the dessert table! Our recipe uses the classic (and foolproof) Tasty pie crust to envelop the sweet and nutty filling.

Provided by Chris Salicrup

Categories     Desserts

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 kosher salt
1 ¼ sticks unsalted butter, cubed and chilled
2 large egg yolks
4 tablespoons ice water
2 cups pecan, halves, divided
¾ cup light corn syrup
3 large eggs
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
½ teaspoon kosher salt
dried bean

Steps:

  • Make the crust: Sift the flour and salt together into a large bowl.
  • Using only your fingertips, pinch the cubes of butter into the flour, breaking up the butter as you go, until no large lumps remain. Shake the bowl to coax the large chunks of butter to the surface.
  • Mix the egg yolks and ice water together in a small bowl with a fork until evenly combined.
  • Add the liquid to the flour mixture, reserving ¼ or so in case you don't need all of it--you don't want the pastry to be too wet. Quickly mix everything together with a fork until the dough just starts to come together. Add more liquid to the driest parts of the dough if needed. The dough is ready when it holds together in a ball when squeezed in your palm.
  • Transfer the dough to a clean surface and bring together in a disc. Wrap the dough disc in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 days.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Lightly flour a clean surface and unwrap the disc of chilled dough. Flour the top of the dough. Start to roll out the dough, turning every few rolls.. If any cracks form, smush them back together. Roll out the dough to a circle about ⅛-inch (3 mm) thick and place into a 9-inch (22 cm) pie dish. Trim any excess dough around the sides, then crimp the edges in a decorative pattern.
  • Place a piece of parchment in the center of the pie crust and add the pie weights or dried beans. 9. Bake for 15 minutes, until lightly golden brown.
  • Make the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together 1½ cups (185 G) pecans, corn syrup, eggs, sugar, vanilla, melted butter, and salt.
  • Carefully lift the parchment with the pie weights from the par-baked pie crust, then pour in the filling. Arrange the remaining ½ cup (62 G) pecans in concentric circles on top.
  • Return the pie to the oven for 20 minutes, then cover with a piece of foil and continue baking for 40 minutes, until the filling is completely set. Let the pie cool completely.
  • Slice and serve the pie chilled or at room temperature.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Carbohydrate 53 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 28 grams

EASY PECAN PIE



Easy Pecan Pie image

You will enjoy making this traditional pecan pie as much as you will enjoy eating a slice.

Provided by Jackie Smith

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pecan Pie Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
3 eggs, beaten
1 cup dark corn syrup
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat together the eggs, corn syrup, sugar, butter and vanilla.
  • Arrange pecans in bottom of pie crust and pour mixture over.
  • Bake for 1 hour or until knife inserted 1 inch from edge comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500.3 calories, Carbohydrate 69.2 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 247.6 mg, Sugar 36.7 g

THE BEST PECAN PIE



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Pecan pie is a Thanksgiving tradition in my household, and I was on a quest to create the ultimate version-the best pecan pie recipe. I think this might be it! -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Dough for single-crust pie
1/2 cup butter
2-1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 large eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons whiskey or bourbon, optional
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Optional: Whipped cream and ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while preparing filling., In a Dutch oven or large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add pecans; cook, stirring constantly, until very fragrant and pecans start to brown, 4-5 minutes. Remove pecans with a slotted spoon, reserving butter in pan. Stir in brown sugar, maple syrup, and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. In a bowl, whisk a small amount of the hot mixture into eggs; return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Stir whiskey, optional, and vanilla into brown sugar mixture; stir in pecans. Pour into crust. , Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 55-60 minutes. Cover edges with foil during the last 30 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary. Cool on a wire rack. If desired, top with whipped cream and cinnamon. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 695 calories, Fat 49g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 430mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (40g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

PECAN PIE



Pecan Pie image

This pie was always a favorite for birthdays while my children were grouping up. They never liked the typical party cakes. My mother gave me the old-fashioned recipe for lard crust...it turns out every time!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large eggs
1 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon butter, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup pecan halves
1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
Sweetened whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs just until blended but not frothy. Add the sugar, salt and corn syrup. Stir butter and vanilla just until blended. Spread pecans in the bottom of pie shell. Pour in filling. , Place in a 350° oven and immediately reduce heat to 325°. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. If desired, serve with whipped cream. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 238mg sodium, Carbohydrate 70g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality pecans. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pie.
  • Don't overmix the filling. Overmixing can make the filling tough.
  • Blind-bake the pie crust before filling it. This will help prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
  • Use a pie weight or baking beans to weigh down the pie crust while baking. This will help prevent the crust from bubbling up.
  • Bake the pie until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.

Conclusion:

Pecan pie is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich, buttery filling and flaky crust, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give this basic pecan pie recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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