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Classic Old Fashioned Southern Pecan Pie

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A rich and delectable Southern dessert featuring a buttery crust, sweet cane syrup, and crunchy pecans, perfect for family gatherings and holiday celebrations.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pie Filling Ingredients
  • 3 large eggs At room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup cane syrup or light corn syrup Maple syrup can be used as a substitute for a different flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 heaping tablespoon all-purpose flour Helps to stabilize the filling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
Crust
  • 1 unbaked homemade or commercial pie crust

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add the corn syrup, softened butter, flour, and vanilla extract. Mix until blended.
  4. Gently fold in the coarsely chopped pecans.
  5. Pour the filling into your pie crust, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly jiggly.
Cooling
  1. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 32g

Notes

Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Store leftovers in the refrigerator covered with plastic wrap for up to four days.
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