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Old Fashioned Southern Pecan Pie

  • Author: Chef Mia

Description

This pie showcases a perfect balance of rich flavors with a buttery crust and crunchy pecans. Its a comfort food favorite that evokes warmth and nostalgia.


Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup dark corn syrup (like Karo)
  • ½ cup light corn syrup
  • 2 cups chopped pecans (not too fine)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 (9-inch) deep dish pie shell

Instructions

  1. Whisk melted butter and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth.
  2. Add eggs and both corn syrups, mixing until glossy.
  3. Fold in pecans, vanilla extract, flour, and salt.
  4. Pour mixture into a prepared pie shell and smooth the top.
  5. Bake at 350°F for about 40 minutes, checking halfway.
  6. Let cool for at least 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for better mixing. Choose high-quality pecans for the best flavor. Cool pie completely for ideal slicing.


Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 24
  • Protein: 4