The Best Pecan Pie in the World

Indulge in the decadence of "The Best Pecan Pie in the World," a timeless Southern dessert that balances rich, caramelized flavors with the satisfying crunch of perfectly toasted pecan halves. This recipe features a buttery, flaky homemade or store-bought 9-inch pie crust filled with a luscious blend of light corn syrup, granulated and brown sugars, and silky unsalted butter. With just 15 minutes of prep time, the filling comes together effortlessly in a saucepan before being whisked with vanilla extract and eggs for a smooth, velvety texture. Topped with a stunning layer of pecan halves baked to golden perfection, this pie pairs beautifully with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Whether for a special holiday celebration or a cozy family gathering, this classic dessert will leave everyone coming back for more.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 piece unbaked 9-inch pie crust
• 1 cup light corn syrup
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups pecan halves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish and set it aside.

Step 3

In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the light corn syrup, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and unsalted butter over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugars melt and the mixture is smooth (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly for 5 minutes.

Step 5

In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until they are well beaten. Gradually add the slightly cooled sugar mixture to the eggs while whisking constantly to prevent scrambling.

Step 6

Stir in the vanilla extract and salt until well combined.

Step 7

Spread 1 cup of the pecan halves over the bottom of the prepared pie crust. Pour the filling mixture over the pecans, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 8

Arrange the remaining 1 cup of pecan halves decoratively on top of the filling.

Step 9

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center. If the crust or pecans begin to brown too much, cover the edges loosely with foil during baking.

Step 10

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack to allow the filling to set fully (at least 2 hours).

Step 11

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(955.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3939.8

Total Fat 225.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 682mg	0%
Sodium 865.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 482.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 458.3g
Protein 40.1g	0%

Vitamin D 123IU	0%
Calcium 317.4mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 1261.4mg	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: 49.2%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 46.9%