Best 10 Classic Pecan Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Southern classic, pecan pie, a timeless dessert that embodies the essence of comfort and indulgence. This iconic pie features a rich, buttery filling brimming with caramelized pecans, nestled in a flaky, golden crust. Pecan pie is a quintessential treat for special occasions, potlucks, and holiday gatherings, captivating hearts with its irresistible combination of sweet, nutty, and buttery flavors.

This article presents a collection of meticulously crafted pecan pie recipes, ranging from the traditional to the innovative, ensuring that every palate finds its perfect match. Dive into the classic pecan pie recipe, a faithful rendition of this Southern staple, featuring a luscious filling made with brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract, all harmoniously blended with toasted pecans.

For those seeking a touch of sophistication, explore the maple pecan pie recipe, where the classic filling is infused with the warm, toasty notes of maple syrup, creating a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. If you prefer a gluten-free option, the gluten-free pecan pie recipe has you covered, featuring a delectable crust made with almond flour and oats, complemented by the same irresistible pecan filling.

Unleash your creativity with the chocolate pecan pie recipe, a delightful fusion of two beloved desserts. This recipe introduces a rich chocolate ganache layer to the classic pecan pie, resulting in a decadent treat that will satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. Last but not least, the mini pecan pies recipe offers individual servings of this Southern delight, perfect for parties, bake sales, or simply satisfying your cravings in smaller portions.

With this comprehensive collection of pecan pie recipes, you'll discover endless opportunities to savor this timeless dessert. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating a perfect pecan pie that will impress your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC PECAN PIE



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This classic pie combines eggs, corn syrup, vanilla, lots of pecans, and is baked to a burnished golden brown. See other recipes by Karo Corn Syrup.

Provided by Karo Corn Syrup

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     ARGO®, KARO®, FLEISCHMANN'S®     Argo

Time 3h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup Karo Light or Dark Corn Syrup
3 eggs
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 ½ cups (6 ounces) pecans
1 (9 inch) unbaked deep dish pie crust

Steps:

  • Mix corn syrup, eggs, sugar, butter and vanilla using a spoon. Stir in pecans.
  • Pour into pie crust.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F on center rack of oven for 60 to 70 minutes.
  • Cool for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.2 calories, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 77.4 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 222.8 mg, Sugar 37.8 g

CLASSIC CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE BARS



Classic Chocolate Pecan Pie Bars image

Enjoy this nutty chocolate and pecan bar made with Gold Medal® all-purpose flour - a delicious dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h15m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
1 tablespoon bourbon, if desired
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs, beaten
1 bag (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips (1 cup)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350° (if using dark or nonstick pan, heat oven to 325°). Beat flour, brown sugar and butter in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon. Press mixture on bottom and 1/2 inch up sides of ungreased rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Stir remaining ingredients in medium bowl until well mixed. Pour over partially baked crust.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until set. Cool about 15 minutes. Refrigerate at least 1 hour until firm. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 25 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

CLASSIC BOURBON SWEET POTATO PECAN PIE



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Wow this pie is wonderful. A layer of sweet potato and a layer of pecan pie all in a flaky crust. Serve it warm or cold with Bourbon Sauce

Provided by vnelly

Categories     Pie

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 1/4 cups sweet potatoes, cooked and mashed (2 md potatoes)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon allspice
3/4 teaspoon nutmeg
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 (9 inch) unbaked pastry for single-crust pie
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 1/4 cups dark corn syrup
3 eggs, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 1/4 cups pecans, chopped
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 cup milk
1 (3 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
3 tablespoons brandy or 3 tablespoons rum
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325.
  • Prepare Sweet Potato Filling: Combine mashed sweet potatoes, sugars, egg, cream, vanilla, salt, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg and butter in an electric mixing bowl and beat at medium-low speed until smooth, do not overmix.
  • Prepare Pecan Pie Filling: Combine sugar, syrup, eggs, butter, vanilla, salt and cinnamon in an electric mixing bowl and beat on low speed until syrup is opaque, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in pecans, mix well.
  • Prepare Bourbon Sauce: Combine cream and milk in a large mixing bowl. Slowly whip in pudding mix. Add bourbon and continue whipping. Add vanilla and whip until mixture is well blended to sauce consistency (should not be as firm as pudding, but should not be runny). Sauce should be made about one hour before use; it will thicken as it sits.
  • To assemble pie, spoon sweet potato filling into the pastry-lined pie pan. Fill shell evenly to the top with with pecan filling. Bake 1 1/2 hours or until a knife inserted into the center of the pie comes out clean. Store pie at room temperature for 24 hours. Serve pie slices with Bourbon Sauce on top or to the side.

CLASSIC PECAN PIE



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A rich, sticky- sweet pecan filling in Pillsbury™ pie crust makes a classic Thanksgiving dessert.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 crust from 1 box (14.1 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Pie Crusts (2 Count), softened as directed on box
4 eggs
1 tablespoon whipping cream
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
3/4 cup light corn syrup
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons Grand Marnier liqueur
1 teaspoon orange extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, lightly toasted
2/3 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Place pie crust in 9-inch glass pie plate as directed on box for One-Crust Filled pie. In small bowl, beat 1 of the eggs and the cream with whisk. Brush egg mixture over edge of crust.
  • In medium bowl, beat remaining 3 eggs. Stir in brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, liqueur, orange extract and salt with whisk. Stir in chopped pecans. Pour filling into crust-lined plate. Arrange pecan halves around outer edge of filling.
  • Bake on lower oven rack 50 to 55 minutes or until filling is set. Cool completely on cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 620, Carbohydrate 69 g, Fat 7, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg

ORIGINAL CLASSIC KAHLUA PECAN PIE



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Categories     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Molasses

Yield 8-10 Slices

Number Of Ingredients 11

Pastry crust
1/4 cup butter
3/4 granulated sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 Tbsp. flour
3 eggs
1/2 cup Kahlua
1/2 cup dark corn syrup
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1 cup whole or chopped pecans
Optional: whipped cream and pecan halves

Steps:

  • Line 9 in. pie pan with your favorite pastry recipe; chill. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cream together butter, sugar, vanilla and flour. Mix well, beat in eggs, one at a time. Stir in Kahlua, corn syrup, evaporated milk and pecans. Mix well, pour into pie pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 325 degrees F. and bake until firm (about 40 minutes). Chill. Garnish, if desired. Serves 8 - 10.

CLASSIC COCONUT-PECAN PIE



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"I grew up on a farm with lots of pecan trees and have always had plenty of nuts to use," notes Barbara Ann McKenzie of Keytesville, Missouri.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 eggs
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat eggs. Add sugar, butter, lemon juice and vanilla; mix well. Stir in coconut and pecans; pour into pie shell. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until set. Cool completely. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 31g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 115mg cholesterol, Sodium 278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 59g carbohydrate (43g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CLASSIC PECAN PIE



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Quick and simple recipe. I couldn't tell you where I found it but it's been a winner in my home for years. I use half light corn syrup and half dark corn syrup. I also use a Graham Cracker crust instead of a classic crust. Hope you like it. Vanilla Ice Cream goes really well with it when it's warm also.

Provided by Tayders momma

Categories     Pie

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 pie

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup corn syrup (I use 1/2 cup light and 1/2 cup dark)
3 eggs (slightly beaten)
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/4 cups pecans
1 deep dish pie shells or 1 graham cracker crust
1/2 gallon of your favorite vanilla ice cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix corn syrup, eggs, sugar, butter, and vanilla together.
  • Stir in pecans.
  • Pour mixture into pie crust.
  • Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 50 to 55 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3670.4, Fat 177.3, SaturatedFat 41, Cholesterol 695.6, Sodium 1195.4, Carbohydrate 518.6, Fiber 14.3, Sugar 294, Protein 37.1

CLASSIC PECAN PIE



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Our family loves pecan pie. Everyone in the South does, so we're not an exception. I've tried many recipes, but this one, on the Karo Syrup bottle, is delicious. Try it; you'll like it! Photo: http://karosyrup.com/recipe_details.asp?id=485

Provided by Sandy Young

Categories     Pies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 eggs, slightly beaten
1 c granulated sugar
1 c karo syrup, light or dark -- doesn't make any difference
2 Tbsp butter or margarine
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 c pecans -- halves or pieces will do, but i like halves better.
1 9-in. unbaked pie crust

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350.
  • 2. In large bowl, stir eggs, sugar, syrup, butter, and vanilla until well blended. Sometimes I use an electric mixer, and sometimes I stir by hand. Either way is fine.
  • 3. Stir in pecans and pour into pie crust.
  • 4. Bake 50 to 55 minutes or until a table knife inserted halfway between center and edge comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.
  • 5. For our family, a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of warm pie is a must!

CLASSIC PECAN PIE RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Classic Pecan Pie Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by goldens64

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup Karo® light OR dark corn syrup
3 eggs
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups pecans
1 (9-inch) unbaked or frozen deep-dish pie crust

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix corn syrup, eggs, sugar, butter and vanilla using a spoon. Stir in pecans. Pour filling into pie crust. Bake on center rack of oven for 60 to 70 minutes (see tips for doneness, below). Cool for 2 hours on wire rack before serving. **To use prepared frozen pie crust: Place cookie sheet in oven and preheat oven as directed. Pour filling into frozen crust and bake on preheated cookie sheet. RECIPE TIPS: Pie is done when center reaches 200°F. Tap center surface of pie lightly - it should spring back when done. For easy clean up, spray pie pan with cooking spray before placing pie crust in pan. If pie crust is overbrowning, cover edges with foil. NUTRITION TIP: To reduce calories, substitute new Karo® Lite Syrup for the Karo® Light or Dark Corn Syrup. High Altitude Adjustments: Reduce sugar to 2/3 cup and increase butter to 3 tablespoons. Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. VARIATION: coarsely chopped walnuts may be substituted for pecans to make a walnut pie.

CLASSIC PECAN PIE



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This is an old, old recipe that is tried and true for pecan pie. Before my children were born I was always trying out different recipes and see what was working and what was not. So by the time the children arrived on the scene, I had all these great recipes I had collected. Now you will love this one, great for the holidays or...

Provided by Cecelia Anderson

Categories     Pies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 eggs, slightly beaten
1 c karo light or dark corn syrup
1 c sugar
2 Tbsp margarine, melted (my favorite is blue bonnet)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 c pecans
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust

Steps:

  • 1. In large bowl combine first 5 ingredients until well-blended.
  • 2. Stir in pecans. Pour into pie crust.
  • 3. Bake in 350 degree oven 50 to 55 minutes or until knife inserted halfway between center and edge comes out clean. Cool.
  • 4. For frozen crust, preheat oven and cookie sheet. Pour filling into frozen crust, bake on cookie sheet in lower third of oven.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality pecans. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pie.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough.
  • Bake the pie until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. Overbaking will make the filling dry and crumbly.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to firm up and make it easier to slice.
  • Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Conclusion:

Pecan pie is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its rich, buttery filling and flaky crust, pecan pie is sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give pecan pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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