Never Fail Pecan Pie
📜 Collection: Unknown Twenty One | ✍️ Attribution: Unattributed | 📂 Category: Desserts A foolproof, classic southern-style pecan pie featuring a rich, sweet filling over toasted pecans. Guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth with its perfect balance of gooey syrup and nutty crunch.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 mins | 50 mins | None | 8 servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Pie dish
- Whisk
Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Eggs | Beaten |
| 2 T | Butter | Melted |
| 2 T | Flour | |
| 1/4 t | Vanilla | |
| 1/2 c | White Sugar | |
| 1 1/2 c | Dark Syrup | |
| 1 1/2 c | Pecans | Whole or chopped |
| Dash | Salt |
Instructions
Step 1: Mixing the Filling
- Beat the 2 eggs, then add the 2 T flour and 2 T melted butter, blending thoroughly.
- Add the 1/4 t vanilla, dash salt, 1/2 c white sugar, and 1 1/2 c dark syrup, mixing until smooth.
Step 2: Assembling and Baking
- Arrange the 1 1/2 c pecans in the bottom of an unbaked pie shell, then pour the prepared filling mixture evenly over them.
- Bake at 425 degrees for 10 min, then reduce temperature to 325 degrees for 40 min until the filling is set and golden brown.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Can be baked a day ahead; store covered at room temperature or in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
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