Best 6 Lemon Pecan Pie Recipes

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Are you on the hunt for a delightful dessert that strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet? Look no further than the Lemon Pecan Pie. This classic Southern treat features a luscious lemon filling nestled within a flaky, buttery crust. Topped with a generous layer of crunchy pecan halves, this pie is a true feast for the senses.

But that's not all. Our article takes you on a culinary journey with three variations of this timeless dessert. Craving a hint of coconut? The Lemon Coconut Pecan Pie will transport you to a tropical paradise. If you prefer a touch of chocolate, the Lemon Chocolate Pecan Pie is sure to satisfy your cravings. And for those who love the classic, the Original Lemon Pecan Pie remains a timeless favorite. Each variation offers a unique twist on the traditional recipe, ensuring there's a perfect pie for every taste.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON PECAN PIE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest plus 3 tablespoons juice
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans plus 1 cup pecan halves
One store-bought 9-inch deep-dish pie shell, unbaked

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar and eggs until incorporated. Stir in the butter, vanilla, lemon zest and juice, milk, flour and 1 cup chopped pecans until combined. Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie shell. Arrange the pecan halves on top of the pie in a circular pattern.
  • Bake until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set but still a little loose in the center (it will set as it cools), about 55 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

LEMON PECAN PIE



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This unusual pie wins over everyone who tries it. The smooth filling nicely accents the nuts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 teaspoon butter flavoring
1 cup all-purpose flour
FILLING:
1-1/4 cups pecan halves
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup light corn syrup
3 large eggs
1/3 cup butter, melted
3 teaspoons lemon extract
1 teaspoon butter flavoring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, cream butter and cream cheese. Beat in butter flavoring. Gradually add flour until mixture forms a ball. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes or until easy to handle. , Roll out pastry to fit a 9-in. pie plate. Place pastry in plate; trim to 1/2 in. beyond edge of plate. Flute edges. Place pecans in crust; set aside., In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and flour. Add the remaining ingredients; beat until combined. Pour over pecans. Bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 593 calories, Fat 37g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 141mg cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

LEMON PECAN PIE



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Make and share this Lemon Pecan Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Theresa Thunderbird

Categories     Pie

Time 1h2m

Yield 1 Pie

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 9-inch deep dish pie crust
4 large eggs
6 tablespoons butter or 6 tablespoons margarine, softened
1 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup firm packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons grated fresh lemon rind
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups coarsely chopped pecans
whipped cream

Steps:

  • Bake pastry shell at 450 for 5-7 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cool completely.
  • Combine eggs and next 6 ingredients,STIR in pecans and pour into prepared crust.
  • Bake at 350 for 40 minutes,shielding edges with aluminun foil.
  • after 25 minutes to prevent overbrowning.
  • Cool on wire rack.
  • Serve with whipped cream.

LEMON PIE/PECAN CRUMB CRUST



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Make and share this lemon pie/pecan crumb crust recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     Pie

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup pecans, toasted
2/3 cup graham cracker, crushed (5 graham crackers)
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 egg yolks
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 350.
  • in a processor add grahams, pecans, sugar-- add butter and process until combined press into a pie plate, bake until brown about 8 minutes, cool.
  • in a large bowl beat eggs and condensed milk.
  • stir in lemon juice.
  • pour into crust.
  • bake 15 minutes until filling is set, cool, refrigerate at least 1 hour.

EASY LEMON PECAN PIE



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A glistening topping of pecans on a lemony filling makes this pie dazzling, yet no one will guess how easy it was to make!!

Provided by Chef mariajane

Categories     Pie

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups milk
3 lemons, zest of, grated
1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus
2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided
1/3 cup cornstarch
3 eggs
1/4 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup pecan halves
1 teaspoon water
1 (9 inch) graham crackers or 1 (9 inch) shortbread pie crusts

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, heat milk and lemon zest over medium heat until steaming; remove from heat. In a bowl, whisk together until steaming; remove from heat in a bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup sugar and cornstarch, whisk in eggs. Gradually whisk hot milk mixture into egg mixture in a thin, steady stream.
  • Return to saucepan; cook over medium heat whisking constantly for about 8 minutes or until thickened to pudding consistency. Transfer to a clean, shallow bowl; stir in lemon juice and vanilla. Place plastic wrap directly on surface and let cool. Refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours or up to 2 days.
  • In a small skillet over medium heat, toast pecans, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, for 4-7 minutes or until toasted and fragrant; transfer to a bowl and set aside. Quickly add remaining 2 tablespoons sugar and water to pan. cook stirring constantly until sugar is melted and starting to brown. Add 3/4 of the pecans back to the skillet; remove from heat and stir until pecans are glazed. Transfer to a baking sheet and spread in an single layer. Let cool. Finely chop the unglazed pecans; sprinkle in bottom of pie crust. Set glazed nuts aside.
  • Up to 8 hours before serving, spread chilled lemon filling in pie crust over chopped pecans, smoothing top. Cover and refrigerate. Just before serving, arrange glazed pecans, rounded side up, on top of filling.
  • COOKING TIP: Zest the lemons on a fine side of cheese grater or with a microplane-style grater. Then squeeze out the juice and refrigerate or freeze any extra in an airtight container for another use.
  • FOR THE ADVENTUROUS: Substitute Meyer lemons for the regular or add zest of 1 lime for a lemon-lime version. Top each serving with sweetened whipped cream.

LEMON PECAN PIE



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Please, dont anyone wrinkle their nose at lemon pecan pie.If you try it, you will like it. PROMISE!!! My family loves this, and every one that has tried this loves it.The only reason someone will not like this pie is if they do not like anything lemon. The recipe is from a resturant in Claremore, Ok., that has been in operation...

Provided by Pat Campbell

Categories     Pies

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 whole eggs
1/3 cup melted butter
1 1/2 cup sugar
1 tbs lemon extract
3/4 cup pecans
juice from 1/2 lemon
DIRECTIONS

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350. Mix eggs slightly, DO NOT BEAT!!!
  • 2. Mix all ingredients in order given. Pour into 8 inch unbaked pie shell and place in preheated 350 oven and bake about 10 minutes, then cut oven temperature to 300 (slow oven), and bake till crust is golden and pie filling is set.
  • 3. If crust is browning too quickly, you may have to place foil over crust or use a ring for that purpose. (VARIATION) Try orange extract and 1/4 to 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, or thawed, frozen orange juice concentrate..

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
  • To prevent the pie crust from becoming soggy, pre-bake it for 10 minutes before filling it.
  • To ensure that the pie filling is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center of the pie. If it comes out clean, the pie is done.
  • Let the pie cool completely before slicing and serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the pie with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly decadent dessert.

Conclusion:

Lemon pecan pie is a delicious and classic dessert for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy filling and buttery pecan topping, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. By following the tips above, you can make sure your lemon pecan pie turns out perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try!

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