Great Aunt Lola's Dang Good Pie

Discover the timeless charm of Great Aunt Lola's Dang Good Pie, a classic pecan pie recipe that marries a buttery, flaky homemade crust with a rich, gooey filling studded with toasty pecan halves. Perfect for holidays or special occasions, this southern-inspired dessert features layers of flavor from light corn syrup, brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, all baked to golden perfection. With just 25 minutes of prep time and simple, pantry-friendly ingredients, this crowd-pleasing pie is as approachable as it is indulgent. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream for the ultimate comfort-food experience that’s sure to impress every guest at your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 6 tablespoons ice-cold water
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
• 0.5 cup brown sugar (lightly packed)
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups pecan halves
• 1 cup whipped cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, and salt together.

Step 2

Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 4

Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie dish.

Step 7

Gently transfer the dough into the pie dish, trim the edges, and crimp as desired. Set aside.

Step 8

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 9

Stir in the pecan halves until evenly coated.

Step 10

Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading the pecans out evenly.

Step 11

Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.

Step 12

Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Step 13

Slice and serve with whipped cream, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1814.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7543.9

Total Fat 499.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 226.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1456.2mg	0%
Sodium 1577.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 724.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.8g	0%
Total Sugars 472.4g
Protein 77.9g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 566.3mg	0%
Iron 22.8mg	0%
Potassium 1836.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.3%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 37.6%