Best 4 Old Fashioned Pecan Pie Recipes
Indulge in the classic Southern delight, the Old-Fashioned Pecan Pie, a timeless dessert that embodies the essence of comfort and indulgence. This iconic pie features a rich, buttery filling brimming with toasted pecans, enveloped in a flaky, golden-brown crust. As you take a bite, the combination of sweet, nutty, and buttery flavors dances on your palate, leaving you craving for more. This article presents two delectable variations of the Old-Fashioned Pecan Pie: the classic recipe and a chocolate pecan pie that adds a delightful twist to the traditional version. Both recipes are detailed with step-by-step instructions, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can recreate this Southern treasure at home.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
OLD-FASHIONED PECAN PIE
It's impossible to go wrong with pecan pie. Especially one that is really loaded with nuts, has a little verve from orange zest, and isn't overly sweet-exactly like the one here. Taking the time to track down new-crop pecans will push things right over the top.
Provided by Andrea Albin
Categories Pie Bake Christmas Thanksgiving Egg Kid-Friendly Frozen Dessert Pecan Christmas Eve Gourmet Small Plates
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F with a baking sheet on middle rack.
- Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface with a lightly floured rolling pin into a 12-inch round and fit into a 9-inch pie plate. Trim edge, leaving a 1/2-inch overhang. Fold overhang under and lightly press against rim of pie plate, then crimp decoratively. Lightly prick bottom all over with a fork. Chill until firm, at least 30 minutes (or freeze 10 minutes).
- Meanwhile, melt butter in a small heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar, whisking until smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in corn syrup, vanilla, zest, and salt. Lightly beat eggs in a medium bowl, then whisk in corn syrup mixture.
- Put pecans in pie shell and pour corn syrup mixture evenly over them. Bake on hot baking sheet until filling is set, 50 minutes to 1 hour. Cool completely.
OLD-FASHIONED HONEY PECAN PIE
Pecan pie made without white sugar. This pie will fit in an 8 inch pie pan as well.
Provided by MARBALET
Categories Desserts Pies Pecan Pie Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a saucepan bring the honey to a boil. Quickly beat the eggs into the honey. Add butter, vanilla, nuts, and nutmeg. Pour into the pie shell.
- Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 25 minutes or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.9 calories, Carbohydrate 47.3 g, Cholesterol 81.2 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 175.6 mg, Sugar 35.6 g
OLD-FASHIONED PECAN PIE
Steps:
- Make crust:
- Mix first 3 ingredients in processor. Add shortening and butter; cut in using on/off turns until mixture resembles coarse meal. Blend in enough water to form moist clumps. Gather into ball; flatten into disk. Wrap in plastic; chill 1 hour.
- Roll dough on floured work surface to 13-inch round. Transfer to 9-inch round cake pan with 1 1/2-inch-high sides. Trim to align with pan edges. Freeze 15 minutes.
- Make filling:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk first 5 ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Mix in 3/4 cup pecans. Pour into crust. Sprinkle with 1 cup pecans. Bake pie until set, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Transfer to rack; cool.
OLD-FASHIONED SOUTHERN PECAN PIE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 Fit pastry into a 9" piepan; do not bake. Arrange pecans in concentric rings over bottom of pastry. Blend sugar, flour, and salt, then mix in milk and vanilla. Beat in eggs, one at a time, using a wire whisk or rotary beater. Mix in butter, a little at a time. Pour over pecans. Bake pie 1 hour 15 minutes or until filling is puffy and crust is golden. Serve at room temperature. Cut the peices small - the pie is rich.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality pecans. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pie.
- Toast the pecans before using them. This will help to bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
- Don't overmix the pie filling. Overmixing will make the filling tough.
- Bake the pie until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. This will usually take about 45-50 minutes.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set properly.
Conclusion:
Old-fashioned pecan pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its rich, buttery filling and flaky crust, this pie is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give this old-fashioned pecan pie recipe a try.
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