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Classic Pecan Pie
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Classic Pecan Pie: Perfectly Crisp Crust That Wows Every Time

A Classic Pecan Pie is a nostalgic dessert that combines a gooey filling with a perfectly crisp crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cool completely 3 hours
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 9-inch Unbaked Pie Crust (Store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup Pecan Halves or Pieces (Fresh pecans)
  • 3 large Eggs (At room temperature)
  • 1 cup Light Corn Syrup
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter, Melted (Do not substitute margarine)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Opt for pure vanilla)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt (Balances sweetness)

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pie Dish
  • Parchment paper
  • Pie Weights

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the unbaked pie crust by crimping the edges and pricking the bottom with a fork.
  3. Blind bake the crust by lining it with parchment paper and filling it with pie weights. Bake for 15 minutes.
  4. Continue baking the crust for an additional 5-7 minutes until it's lightly golden.
  5. Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  6. Distribute the pecans evenly in your baked crust. Then, gently pour the filling over the pecans.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the edges are set, but the center remains slightly jiggly.
  8. Cool completely on a wire rack for 2-3 hours.