Best 10 Southern Honey Pecan Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Southern Honey Pecan Pie, a classic dessert that captures the essence of Southern charm and hospitality. This iconic pie features a flaky, buttery crust encasing a luscious filling of honey, sugar, eggs, butter, vanilla, and the star of the show – toasted pecans. With its sweet and nutty flavor, this pie is a true crowd-pleaser, perfect for any occasion.

In this article, you'll find two irresistible recipes for the Southern Honey Pecan Pie. The first recipe is for a traditional Southern Honey Pecan Pie, made with all the classic ingredients and techniques. The second recipe is a delightful twist on the classic, featuring a chocolate crust and a hint of espresso powder in the filling, creating a unique and indulgent dessert experience.

Both recipes include step-by-step instructions, detailed ingredient lists, and helpful tips to ensure your pie turns out perfectly. You'll also find beautiful images showcasing the golden-brown crust and the rich, gooey filling, making you crave a slice of this Southern delicacy.

Whether you're a seasoned baker looking for a new favorite recipe or a novice cook eager to impress your friends and family, this article has everything you need to create a Southern Honey Pecan Pie that will leave everyone asking for seconds. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to the heart of the South.

Let's cook with our recipes!

OLD-FASHIONED HONEY PECAN PIE



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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

1 cup honey
3 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie

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

HONEY PECAN PIE



Honey Pecan Pie image

Looking for a sweet ending to a special meal? This attractive pecan pie is bound to please with its traditional filling and honey-glazed pecans. -Cathy Hudak, Wadsworth, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 sheet refrigerated pie crust
TOPPING:
3 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons honey
1-1/2 cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine eggs, pecans, corn syrup, sugars, butter, vanilla and salt. Unroll crust into a 9-in. pie plate; flute edge. Add filling. Bake for 30 minutes. , In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and honey until combined. Stir in pecan halves until coated. Spoon over pie. , Bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 15-20 minutes longer. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 688 calories, Fat 42g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 408mg sodium, Carbohydrate 78g carbohydrate (52g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SOUTHERN HONEY-PECAN PIE



Southern Honey-Pecan Pie image

-Allie Smith, New Orleans, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup honey
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
1/2 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar and flour. Stir in the eggs, honey, butter, vanilla and salt. Add chopped pecans and mix well. Pour into pastry shell. Arrange pecan halves around edge and center of pie. , Cover edges loosely with foil. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Remove foil; bake 20-25 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 calories, Fat 32g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

HONEY PECAN PIE



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This recipe adds a bit of natural sweetness to the Southern classic. I always feel that pecan pie never has enough pecans so I filled this one to the brim! Guaranteed to be a hit for Thanksgiving, you might have to make two.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 round refrigerated pie dough (half a 14-ounce package)
4 large eggs
1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
1 tablespoon honey whiskey
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups chopped raw pecans
3 tablespoons packed dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 3/4 cup whole raw pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • For the pie: Place the pie dough in a 9-inch pie dish and press it against the dish to remove any air pockets. Crimp the edges, as desired, and set aside.
  • Beat the eggs with the brown sugar in a medium bowl until the mixture begins to foam slightly. Whisk in the corn syrup, honey, melted butter, whiskey, vanilla and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Stir in the chopped pecans. Carefully pour into the prepared pie dish. Bake for 30 minutes
  • For the topping: Combine the brown sugar with the honey and butter in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the whole pecans, coating them evenly. Gently spoon the coated pecans over the pie and drizzle with any remaining syrup. Bake the pie until risen a bit and the pecans on top are crisp and caramelized, 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool to room temperature before serving.

SOUTHERN BOURBON PECAN PIE



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When I first made the original recipe for this bourbon-splashed pie, I added some vanilla extract and eliminated the flour. We loved the result. -Paul Falduto, Efland, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 cup sugar
1 cup dark corn syrup
3 large eggs
1/4 cup bourbon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch salt
1-1/2 cups pecan halves
1 frozen deep-dish pie crust (9 inches)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large saucepan, combine butter, sugar and corn syrup. Cook over medium-low heat until sugar is dissolved; cool slightly. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, bourbon, vanilla and salt; slowly whisk in sugar mixture. Stir in pecans; pour into crust., Place on a baking sheet. Bake until a knife inserted in center comes out clean, 55-60 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536 calories, Fat 26g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 363mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (60g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SOUTHERN PECAN PIE I



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This recipe has been passed down in my family. Use light or dark corn syrup.

Provided by Nikki

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pecan Pie Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 eggs
1 cup white sugar
1 cup corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups pecan halves
1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C).
  • Beat eggs slightly in medium bowl. Beat in sugar, and then blend in syrup, butter or margarine, vanilla, salt, and pecans. Pour filling into unbaked pie shell.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C), and continue baking 35 to 40 minutes; the pie will be brown and slightly puffed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.3 calories, Carbohydrate 69.8 g, Cholesterol 77.4 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 261.7 mg, Sugar 37 g

HONEY CRUNCH PECAN PIE



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This is the winner of First Place in the Nut Category, as well as winner of the Best of Show award for the American Pie Council's 2000 National Pie Championship.

Provided by Sarah Spaugh

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pecan Pie Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup shortening
6 tablespoons cold water
1 teaspoon distilled white vinegar
4 eggs, lightly beaten
¼ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon bourbon
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons honey
1 ½ cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • To Make Crust: In a medium bowl, mix together flour and 1 teaspoon salt. Cut in shortening until mixture is crumbly. Gradually add water and vinegar. Cut together until mixture will hold together. Press dough into a ball and flour each side lightly. Wrap in plastic and chill for 20 minutes. Roll out between wax paper into a circle 1/8 inch thick and press into 9 inch pie pan.
  • To Make Filling: In a large bowl, combine eggs, 1/4 cup brown sugar, white sugar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and chopped pecans. Add bourbon if desired. Mix well. Spoon mixture into unbaked pie shell.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove and cover edges of pastry with aluminum foil. Return to oven for 20 minutes.
  • To Make Topping: Combine 1/3 cup brown sugar, butter or margarine, and honey in a medium saucepan. Cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar dissolves - about 2 minutes. Add pecans. Stir just until coated. Spoon topping evenly over pie.
  • Keep foil on edges of pastry and return pie to oven for an additional 10 to 20 minutes, until topping is bubbly and golden brown. Cool to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 848.1 calories, Carbohydrate 88.8 g, Cholesterol 112.1 mg, Fat 53.6 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 553.4 mg, Sugar 40.9 g

HONEY PECAN PIE



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I had never had this until recently. I had always made my pecan pies with Karo Syrup; however, this is a different recipe I found using honey instead of Karo and it gives this pie a decidedly different taste than the one I'm used to making.

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     Pie

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (9 inch) pie crusts, unbaked
1 cup honey
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs
1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the honey, sugar and eggs. Beat well.
  • Add the vanilla extract and melted butter and mix well.
  • Slowly, by hand, stir in the pecans.
  • Pour into the unbaked pie shell and bake at 350 degrees for 50-55 minutes.
  • Filling will be firmer around the edges, but softer in the middle.
  • If your crust starts to get too brown, cover the edges with foil to prevent them from burning (or use one of those cute pie crust ring things if you have one, because they work really well).
  • Allow to cool completely before slicing.

SOUTHERN PECAN PIE



Southern Pecan Pie image

Provided by Guy Fieri

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 sheet refrigerated piecrust (half a 15-ounce package)
1 cup light corn syrup
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 1/3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
2 cups toasted pecan halves
Freshly whipped cream, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Unroll the piecrust and place in a 9-inch pie plate. Fold the overhang under and crimp the edge with a fork or your fingers. Bake the crust until light golden brown, about 10 minutes. Cool completely on a rack. (Leave the oven on.)
  • Whisk the corn syrup, brown sugar, salt, butter and vanilla in a medium bowl. Lightly beat the eggs in a small bowl, then whisk into the corn syrup mixture.
  • Finely chop 1/2 cup pecans and spread evenly over the piecrust. Roughly chop another
  • 1/2 cup pecans and mix into the corn syrup mixture, then pour the filling into the crust. Arrange the remaining 1 cup pecans on top in a decorative pattern.
  • Bake the pie until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, 40 to 50 minutes. Cool completely on a rack. Serve with whipped cream, if desired.

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 ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pie.
  • Don't overmix the pie dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough.
  • Chill the pie dough before rolling it out. This will help prevent the dough from sticking to your work surface.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the pie crust. This will help prevent the crust from tearing.
  • Don't overfill the pie crust. If the pie is too full, it will be difficult to seal the crust and the filling may spill out.
  • Bake the pie at a high temperature for the first 15 minutes. This will help to set the crust.
  • Reduce the temperature after 15 minutes and continue baking until the filling is set. The filling should be firm but not overcooked.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to develop.

Conclusion:

Southern Honey Pecan Pie is a classic Southern dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, sweet filling and crunchy pecan topping, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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