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Simple Southern Pecan Pie

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A classic Southern dessert featuring a rich, gooey filling and crunchy pecans in a flaky crust, perfect for any gathering.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 1 cup corn syrup
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place your pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in the pecan halves.
  5. Pour the filling mixture into your prepared pie crust, spreading the pecans evenly on top.
  6. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
  7. Let it cool for at least 2 hours before serving.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Consider serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra touch.

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