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Modified: Oct 9, 2024 ยท Published: Jul 11, 2022 by LaKita ยท This post may contain affiliate links.

Southern Pecan Pie Recipe

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Try making this Southern Pecan Pie Recipe that is classic, sweet, and simple. Made with a pre-made pie crust, a minimal ingredient filling and of course pecans.

If you're craving even more classic pie recipes, then be sure to try making a delicious Easy Sweet Potato Pie or a simple Brown Sugar Pie.

whole pecan pie on marble surface

Pecan Pie has always been special to me!

It's one of those pie recipes that always made an appearance on the dessert table, especially during the holidays. It is loaded with pecans, has a thick and gooey filling and can be kept simple by using a pre-made crust.

I have to admit this is a pie that I do not make often myself because my grandmother and aunt make an amazing version, but today I will share with you my version that is super simple and takes minutes to prepare.

Let's get started.

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  • Recipe Tips
  • Storage
  • ๐Ÿ“– Recipe
  • More Pecan Recipes You'll Love:

Ingredient Notes

overhead view of ingredients needed to make pecan pie in separate bowls
  1. Pecans - The star and main ingredient of any good pecan pie. Use chopped or halves, whichever you prefer in the same unit of measure.
  2. Eggs - This will help hold the filling together and give it a great texture. Use large eggs.
  3. Sugar - Only regular granulated sugar or cane sugar is needed to make this pie recipe.
  4. Light Corn Syrup - Also known as Karo syrup, is a thick sweetener that helps to smooth out the pie filling and keeps the sugar from crystallizing while baking. It can usually be found in the baking aisle at your local grocery store in light or dark. For this recipe, I prefer to use light.
  5. Butter - Use salted or unsalted butter whichever you prefer. Try using high-quality butter to make this pecan pie buttery and delicious.
  6. Vanilla Extract - Use regular pure vanilla extract or you may substitute vanilla bean paste in the same unit of measure.
  7. Pie Crust - Use a pre-made 9-inch pie crust that can be located at the grocery store.

Instructions

Begin the recipe by preparing the pre-made pie crust. If using a frozen deep-dish pie crust, then remove it from the freezer and allow it to come to room temperature before using. To prepare a refrigerated pie-crust dough instead, roll it out and carefully transfer it to a 9-inch pie plate that is at least 2 inches deep.

If using pecan halves, then go ahead and layer them in the thawed or ready-to-use pie crust. If you prefer to use chopped pecans, then give the pecan halves a rough chop before adding to the pie crust. Set aside and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

pecans added to unbaked pie crust in pan

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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the large eggs, granulated sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined and smooth. You may also use a stand mixer with a whisk attachment or hand mixer on medium-high if you prefer for this step.

ingredients to make pie filling combined in glass mixing bowl with whisk

Slowly pour the filling over the pecans in the pie crust. Use a spoon to pat down the pecans to make sure they are all evenly coated.

filling poured into pie crust with pecans

Carefully place the pie into the oven and allow it to bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until set in the middle and golden on the top. Cool for 2 to 4 hours before serving at room temperature. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

close up side view of a slice of pecan pie on a white plate

Recipe Tips

  • Use salted or unsalted butter, whichever you prefer. Melt the butter and allow it to cool a bit before adding to the mixture so as to not cook the eggs.
  • Allow the eggs to come to room temperature before using, this will help the pie to set better.
  • If using chopped pecans, try not to chop them too finely, give them a quick rough chop.
  • You'll know when the pie is ready to remove from the oven when it is completely set around the edges and still has a slight jiggle remaining in the center.
  • Check the pie while baking and if you notice the pie crust is browning too fast, then cover with a pie shield or piece of aluminum foil around the pie crust edge only.
  • This pie is best served at room temperature or cold straight from the refrigerator. Try topping with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.

Storage

If you just so happen to have any leftovers of this pie, then be sure to cover and store it at room temperature for 1 to 2 days. It may also be stored in the refrigerator instead for 4 to 5 days.

Freezer Instructions - If you're making this pecan pie recipe in advance, then it may be frozen as well. Simply prepare and bake the pie as the recipe instructions suggest and allow it to cool completely before wrapping it tightly in plastic wrap, a freezer bag, or aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, allow it to thaw overnight in the refrigerator and come to room temperature before slicing to serve.

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slice of pecan pie on white plate with whole pie and another slice with forks

Southern Pecan Pie Recipe

LaKita Anderson
Try making this Southern Pecan Pie Recipe that is classic, sweet, and simple. Made with a pre-made pie crust, a minimal ingredient filling and of course pecans.
5 from 12 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 55 minutes mins
Resting Time 4 hours hrs
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8
Calories 556 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ยฝ cups pecans
  • 1 9-inch pie crust (deep dish)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • ยผ cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Begin the recipe by preparing the pre-made pie crust. If using a frozen deep-dish pie crust, then remove it from the freezer and allow it to come to room temperature before using. If using refrigerated pie-crust dough, then roll it out and carefully transfer it to a 9-inch pie plate that is at least 2 inches deep.
  • If using pecan halves, then go ahead and layer them in the thawed or ready-to-use pie crust. If you prefer to use chopped pecans, then give the pecan halves a rough chop before adding to the pie crust. Set aside and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 3 large eggs, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup light corn syrup, ยผ cup melted butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until combined and smooth. You may also use a stand mixer with a whisk attachment or hand mixer on medium-high if you prefer for this step.
  • Slowly pour the filling over the pecans in the pie crust. Use a spoon to pat down the pecans to make sure they are all evenly coated.
  • Carefully place the pie into the oven and allow it to bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until set in the middle and golden on the top. Cool for 2 to 4 hours before serving at room temperature. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use salted or unsalted butter, whichever you prefer. Melt the butter and allow it to cool a bit before adding to the mixture so as to not cook the eggs.
  • Allow the eggs to come to room temperature before using, this will help the pie to set better.
  • If using chopped pecans, try not to chop them too finely, give them a quick rough chop.
  • You'll know when the pie is ready to remove from the oven when it is completely set around the edges and has a slight jiggle remaining in the center.
  • Check the pie while baking and if you notice the pie crust is browning too fast, then cover with a pie shield or piece of aluminum foil around the pie crust edge only.
  • This pie is best served at room temperature or cold straight from the refrigerator. Try topping with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.
Calories: 556kcalCarbohydrates: 74gProtein: 6gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 199mgPotassium: 131mgFiber: 2gSugar: 59gVitamin A: 289IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 1mg

The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.

Keyword pecan pie, southern pecan pie recipe
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single slice of pecan pie on small white plate with a cutting into it

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Have any comments, questions, or other delicious ways to serve this Southern Pecan Pie Recipe? Please share them in the comments below!

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  1. Helene says

    October 31, 2022 at 4:19 pm

    5 stars
    It's super easy to make and turned good. Made with lemon extract, as you mentioned in the suggestion, and was a huge hit.

    Reply
    • LaKita says

      November 08, 2022 at 3:59 pm

      Thank you Helene! Happy to hear you enjoyed the pecan pie recipe.

      Reply
  2. Megan says

    July 18, 2022 at 8:44 am

    5 stars
    Simple, delicious and maybe a little moreish. I took it to a work do and it disappeared so fast. I wish there was leftovers haha!

    Reply
    • LaKita says

      July 18, 2022 at 10:31 am

      Thank you Megan, happy to hear it!

      Reply
  3. Chenรฉe says

    July 17, 2022 at 6:10 pm

    5 stars
    I was looking for an old fashioned pecan pie recipe and I'm so glad I chose this one! This is the perfect pecan pie flavor and so easy to make!!

    Reply
    • LaKita says

      July 18, 2022 at 10:31 am

      Thank you so much Chenรฉe!!!

      Reply
  4. Lauren Michael Harris says

    July 17, 2022 at 12:59 pm

    5 stars
    This pecan pie recipe looks incredible! I haven't had one in so long - definitely making this asap!

    Reply
    • LaKita says

      July 17, 2022 at 1:29 pm

      Thank you Lauren, it is so good!!

      Reply
  5. Ann says

    July 16, 2022 at 8:30 am

    5 stars
    This pie looks wonderful! I am a huge fan of pecan pie! Excited to give it a try! Thanks for the share.

    Reply
    • LaKita says

      July 17, 2022 at 1:29 pm

      Thank you so much Ann! Love pecan pie!!

      Reply
  6. Tracy says

    July 16, 2022 at 12:50 am

    5 stars
    This is such a delicious pecan pie recipe! My whole family loved it so much. And I loved how easy it was to make!

    Reply
    • LaKita says

      July 17, 2022 at 1:28 pm

      Thank you Tracy, happy to hear the whole family enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. Sharon says

    July 15, 2022 at 4:40 pm

    5 stars
    This traditional Southern pecan pie is the recipe that you will want to make all year round, not just on Thanksgiving.

    Reply
    • LaKita says

      July 17, 2022 at 1:28 pm

      Thank you Sharon, definitely not just for the holidays.

      Reply
  8. Natalie says

    July 15, 2022 at 7:37 am

    5 stars
    A friend of mine shared your recipe with me. It was the first time I made a pecan pie and I loved it! Thanks!

    Reply
    • LaKita says

      July 17, 2022 at 1:27 pm

      Thank you Natalie, so happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe!

      Reply
  9. Chandice Probst says

    July 14, 2022 at 11:34 am

    5 stars
    Pecan pie is my absolute favorite! I love this classic recipe that keeps it truly southern. Thank you so much!

    Reply
    • LaKita says

      July 17, 2022 at 1:30 pm

      Thank you so much Chandice!!

      Reply
  10. veenaazmanov says

    July 13, 2022 at 2:44 pm

    5 stars
    Thanks for this amazing recipe. Very easy and perfect dessert for a party. Pecan lovers to feast on it.

    Reply
    • LaKita says

      July 17, 2022 at 1:26 pm

      Thank you so much, perfect for pecan lovers!

      Reply
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