Follow these steps for perfect results
butter
softened
light brown sugar
packed
white corn syrup
salt
eggs
large
vanilla
extract
pecans
halves or pieces
unbaked pie shell
store-bought or homemade
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cream butter in a mixing bowl until smooth.
Add light brown sugar and white corn syrup to the butter.
Continue creaming the mixture until well combined.
In a separate bowl, add salt to the eggs.
Beat the eggs and salt mixture until light and fluffy.
Add the beaten eggs, vanilla, and pecans to the creamed butter and sugar mixture.
Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Pour the pecan pie filling into the unbaked pie shell.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes.
Check for doneness; the filling should be set but still slightly jiggly.
Let the pie cool completely before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Toast pecans before adding to the filling for enhanced flavor.
Cover the pie crust edges with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking to prevent burning.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made 1-2 days in advance.
Serve warm or cold. Dust with powdered sugar or top with whipped cream.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Pair with coffee or milk.
Sweet and nutty flavors complement the pie.
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Popular dessert for holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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