Description
Classic Southern pecan pie blends rich caramel notes with buttery pecans in a flaky crust. Homemade dessert perfection promises sweet comfort for gatherings and holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pecans
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- ¾ cup (1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter, melted and browned
- 1 ½ tbsps heavy cream
- 2 tsps vanilla extract
- 1 ½ tbsps all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Crust Preparation: Roll out pie dough into a smooth circular shape, draping it carefully into the pie dish and trimming excess edges with precision.
- Filling Foundation: Whisk eggs until light and frothy, then integrate browned butter until a silky consistency develops.
- Sugar Integration: Blend white and brown sugars into the egg mixture, ensuring complete dissolution and creating a uniform base.
- Seasoning Incorporation: Gently fold flour, cinnamon, and salt into the liquid mixture, maintaining a smooth texture without creating clumps.
- Liquid Enhancement: Stream in heavy cream and vanilla extract, stirring consistently to create a harmonious filling.
- Pecan Distribution: Fold pecans throughout the mixture, guaranteeing even dispersion across the filling.
- Assembly and Decoration: Pour the filling into the prepared crust, smoothing the surface and garnishing with additional pecans or decorative elements.
- Baking Process: Place the pie in a 375ºF (190ºC) oven, positioned on the center rack, and bake for 40-50 minutes until the center sets with minimal movement.
- Cooling Stage: Remove from oven and allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature before serving, enabling the filling to stabilize and set perfectly.
Notes
- Butter Browning Technique: Brown butter carefully to develop rich, nutty flavors without burning, watching for golden amber color and delicate toasted aroma.
- Crust Chilling Tip: Refrigerate pie crust while preparing filling to maintain structural integrity and prevent shrinkage during baking.
- Pecan Distribution Strategy: Gently fold pecans to ensure even spread throughout filling, preventing them from sinking to the bottom of the pie.
- Doneness Test Method: Check pie’s center for slight firmness and minimal wobbling, indicating perfect custard-like texture without overcooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 486
- Sugar: 38 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 53 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg