Description
A rich and comforting Kentucky pecan pie featuring a smooth, syrupy filling and crunchy pecans, perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix together the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Stir in the pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
- Bake for 60 to 70 minutes or until the filling is set and the pie is golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use a store-bought crust for convenience or make your own for a fresher taste. Toasting pecans enhances their flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 100mg