My Mother's Brown Sugar Pecan Pie

Indulge in the rich, nostalgic flavors of "My Mother’s Brown Sugar Pecan Pie," a timeless dessert that’s perfect for any Southern-inspired celebration or cozy family gathering. This decadent pie combines a golden, flaky 9-inch crust with a luscious filling made from nutty brown sugar, velvety dark corn syrup, and creamy melted butter. Packed with crunchy, roughly chopped pecans and topped with elegant pecan halves for a rustic finish, this pie bakes to perfection with a slightly puffed, caramelized top and a tender, gooey center. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep time, it’s an easy yet impressive treat that shines on its own or pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Crafted from simple pantry staples, this pecan pie recipe brings generations of love to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 piece Unbaked pie crust (9-inch)
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 pieces Large eggs
• 2 teaspoons Pure vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Dark corn syrup
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Pecans, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cup Whole pecan halves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and crimp the edges as desired. Set aside.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the light brown sugar and granulated sugar. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Add the eggs to the sugar mixture, one at a time, whisking thoroughly after each addition.

Step 5

Stir in the cooled melted butter, pure vanilla extract, and dark corn syrup until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and salt, then stir until no lumps remain.

Step 7

Fold the chopped pecans into the filling mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing it out with a spatula if needed. Arrange the whole pecan halves on top of the filling for a decorative touch, if desired.

Step 9

Place the pie on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly puffed. The center should still have a slight jiggle but not be runny.

Step 10

Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack. This will help the filling to fully set.

Step 11

Once cooled, slice and serve as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1071.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4617.7

Total Fat 283.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 744mg	0%
Sodium 1433.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 520.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 435.9g
Protein 47.2g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 439.0mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1471.0mg	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: 52.9%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 43.2%