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    Easy Pecan Pie

    Published: Oct 23, 2018 · Modified: Aug 9, 2021 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 730 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article.

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    Easy Pecan Pie by The Toasty Kitchen
    Easy Pecan Pie by The Toasty Kitchen
    Easy Pecan Pie by The Toasty Kitchen

    Easy Pecan Pie is a classic pie recipe - the perfect dessert for the holidays. A homemade pie crust is filled with a rich, sugary filling and topped with crunchy candied pecans.

    Slice of pecan pie on a white plate.
    Pecan pie is a tradition in many families. I've been making this particular recipe for the last ten years (or more!), and it's always requested during the holidays.

    You'll love my easy pecan pie because it only takes a few simple steps before your pie is baking in the oven. Your family will be requesting this pie every year!

    Chopped pecans forming a crust on top of pie.Homemade or store bought pie crust

    Until I started baking seriously and writing down my recipes, I frequently used store bought pie crusts. Honestly, it saves some time and the end result is about the same.

    While I enjoy a buttery, flaky homemade crust, the time saved using a store bought crust can be worth it during the busy holiday season.

    How to make a homemade crust

    For those who would like to venture into crust making, it's very easy. I use my mini food processor to make pie dough. It's just big enough to make a single crust.

    Add your dry ingredients - flour and salt. Then, add chunks of very cold butter. Pulse to cut the butter into the flour mixture, until the butter is about pea sized.

    Then, add a few tablespoons of ice cold water and continue pulsing just until a dough begins to form. That's it! Refrigerate in plastic wrap until you're ready to roll it out into a crust.

    Pecan topping

    The topping of this pecan pie is heavenly. I'll let you in on my two secrets to getting this topping just right.

    First, I chop the pecans instead of leaving them whole. This creates a crunchy, easy to eat crust that blends well with the pie filling - which leads me to the second secret.

    Once your pie dough is ready, add your pecans to the pan before the filling. Then, pour the pie filling over the chopped pecans. This gives them a nice coating in that sugary filling you just made.

    When your pie bakes, the pecans form into a delicious, sugary, crunchy crust on top.

    White pie pan filled with homemade pecan pie.

    Slice of pecan pie on a white plate.
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    Easy Pecan Pie

    Easy Pecan Pie is a classic pie recipe - the perfect dessert for the holidays. A homemade pie crust is filled with a rich, sugary filling and topped with crunchy candied pecans.
    Prep Time20 minutes
    Cook Time50 minutes
    Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
    Servings: 8 slices
    Calories: 624kcal
    Author: Heather

    Ingredients

    Pie Crust

    • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup unsalted butter cold
    • 3-4 tablespoons ice water

    Pie Filling

    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • 1 cup corn syrup
    • ⅓ cup unsalted butter melted
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 3 large eggs beaten
    • 1 ¼ cups chopped pecans

    Instructions

    Pie Crust

    • In a food processor (or a bowl) add flour and salt. Pulse (or cut) butter into flour mixture. Continue to pulse a few more times until butter is pea sized. Pulse in ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough begins to come together. (Test your dough by pinching some together with your fingers. If it holds together, it is ready.) Remove from food processor (or bowl) onto a lightly floured surface.*
    • Roll out your pie dough into a large circle and place into a 9" pie plate. Cut away any excess crust and form the edges if desired. 

    Pie Filling

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 
    • In a large bowl, add granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, corn syrup, vanilla, melted butter, and eggs. Whisk well to fully combine. 
    • Pour pecans into empty pie crust and spread into an even layer. Pour pie filling over pecans.
    • Cover pie loosely with foil and bake for 30 minutes. 
    • Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-30 minutes, or until middle of pie is mostly set (it will jiggle slightly). If pie is very jiggly and liquid, continue baking until mostly set. Pie will continue to set as it cools. 
    • Place pie on the counter to cool for several hours before serving.

    Equipment Recommendations

    • Pyrex Glass Pie Plates - Set of 2
    • Pyrex Glass Mixing Bowls

    Notes

    • *If making in advance, form dough into a disc and wrap in plastic. Place in refrigerator to chill until ready to use (dough can be made up to 2 days in advance and kept in the refrigerator).
    • Optionally, top your pie with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream when serving.
    • Leftover pie can be kept at room temperature for 3-4 days, in a sealed container or tightly wrapped in foil.

    Nutrition Estimate

    Serving: 0g | Calories: 624kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 353mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 59g | Vitamin A: 715IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1.9mg
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American

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    1. G

      November 25, 2020 at 3:36 pm

      I am going to use a store bought crust - are there are any variations in the baking time?

      Reply
      • Heather

        November 25, 2020 at 5:14 pm

        The baking time will be the same. Enjoy!

        Reply
    2. Marilyn

      October 26, 2018 at 10:36 pm

      My favorite!

      Reply
    3. Natalie

      October 25, 2018 at 12:48 am

      I love pecan pie! Looks so delicious and perfect for Thanksgiving!

      Reply
      • Heather

        October 26, 2018 at 6:00 pm

        Me too Natalie! It's a must at my Thanksgiving table 🙂

        Reply

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