Ah, pecan pie—the classic Southern dessert! It’s rich, sweet, and nutty with a gooey filling. Here’s a straightforward way to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Place the pecans in the bottom of the unbaked pie crust.
- Pour the filling over the pecans.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the filling is set (a little jiggly in the center is okay—it will firm up as it cools).
- Let it cool completely before slicing so the gooey filling sets.
Optional: Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence. 🍨
If you want, I can also give a shortcut version using a store-bought crust that comes out perfect every time. Do you want me to do that?
