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Classic Pecan Pie

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This classic pecan pie is a nostalgic, crowd-pleasing Thanksgiving dessert featuring a gooey, caramel-like filling and crisp, toasted pecans in a flaky pie crust. It’s quick, easy, and delivers pure comfort with every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (or half brown sugar for deeper flavor)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves, toasted
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon bourbon or dark rum
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and place rack in center.
  2. Fit unbaked 9-inch pie crust into pie pan; crimp edges as desired. If using store-bought, thaw fully.
  3. Toast pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until fragrant. Let cool.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together corn syrup, sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Add bourbon and/or cinnamon if using. Whisk until smooth and slightly frothy (about 2 minutes).
  5. Spread toasted pecans evenly in the pie crust. Reserve a few halves for decorating the top if desired.
  6. Carefully pour filling over pecans. Pecans will float to the top during baking.
  7. Place pie on a baking sheet and bake for 50-60 minutes. Check at 40 minutes; cover crust edges with foil if browning too quickly. Filling should be set but slightly wobbly in the center.
  8. Remove from oven and cool on a rack for at least 2 hours to set.
  9. Slice with a sharp knife, wiping blade between cuts for neat slices. Serve plain or with whipped cream.

Notes

Toast pecans for deeper flavor. Blind-bake crust for 10 minutes to prevent sogginess. Filling can be made ahead and refrigerated. Cover crust edges with foil if browning too quickly. Let pie cool completely before slicing for clean cuts. Adapt for gluten-free or dairy-free diets by swapping crust or butter.

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