Description
Rich caramel and nutty pecans dance together in this classic Pecan Delight Pie, creating a Southern dessert masterpiece. Creamy filling nestled in a buttery crust promises sweet comfort with each delectable slice you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups pecans (1 cup coarsely chopped, 0.5 cup whole)
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
Binding Ingredients:
- 0.5 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 homemade pie crust
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Craft a homemade pie crust using your preferred recipe, ensuring the dough is well-chilled and rolled out to fit a 9-inch pie plate without pre-baking.
- Scatter coarsely chopped pecans across the bottom of the pie crust, creating an even layer that will provide a delightful nutty foundation.
- Refrigerate the pie shell while preparing the luscious filling, allowing the pecans to settle and the crust to remain cool.
- Fire up the oven to 400°F, creating the perfect baking environment for this decadent dessert.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, vigorously whisk together eggs, melted butter, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture transforms into a smooth, velvety consistency.
- Gently cascade the filling over the chopped pecans, ensuring complete coverage of the nutty base.
- Crown the pie with whole pecans, arranging them artfully across the surface to create an appealing visual texture.
- Slide the pie into the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes at the initial high temperature.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and continue baking for 35 to 45 minutes, watching for a slightly wobbly center that indicates perfect doneness.
- If the pie’s surface begins to brown too quickly, drape a protective layer of foil to prevent burning.
- Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire rack, allowing the pie to cool completely for 2 to 4 hours, which enables the filling to set into a perfect, luxurious consistency.
- Serve the pie chilled or at room temperature, accompanied by a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream or a billowy dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent finishing touch.
Notes
- Chill the pie crust before filling to prevent soggy bottoms and maintain a crisp texture.
- Chop pecans coarsely to provide a satisfying crunch and distribute nutty flavor throughout the pie.
- Whisking ingredients thoroughly ensures a smooth, creamy filling with no lumps or uneven texture.
- Baking at two different temperatures helps create a perfectly set filling with a golden-brown top.
- Let the pie cool completely for at least 2 hours to allow the filling to set and develop rich, deep flavors.
- Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to balance the pie’s rich, sweet pecan filling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg