Pioneer Woman Pecan Pie Recipe
If you love classic, sweet desserts, this Pioneer Woman Pecan Pie Recipe is a must-try. It’s rich, gooey and full of nutty flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 9- inch pie crust homemade or store-bought
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves toasted
- 3/4 cup corn syrup light or dark
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch dish and trim edges if necessary.
Toast Pecans
- Spread pecans on a baking sheet. Toast in oven 5–7 minutes until fragrant. Cool slightly.
Prepare Filling
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla and salt until smooth.
Add Pecans
- Stir in toasted pecans, reserving a few for decoration on top.
Pour into Crust
- Pour filling into prepared pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Decorate Pie
- Arrange reserved pecans on top for a decorative look.
Bake Pie
- Bake in preheated oven for 45–50 minutes. Center should be set but slightly jiggly.
Cool Pie
- Remove from oven and let cool completely at room temperature to allow filling to set.
Serve
- Slice pie with a sharp knife. Serve as is or with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Use dark corn syrup for a richer, deeper flavor
- Add bourbon or vanilla bean for extra aroma
- Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon for warmth
- Use pecan halves for decoration and chopped pecans inside for texture
- Blind bake the crust for a crispier bottom
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream
- Can make mini pies for individual servings