Y’all my Southern Pecan Pie is straight up famous during the holiday season. The ratings below will tell you it is the best one anyone has ever tried, and I can’t argue with that. It’s got that perfect mix of crunchy pecans and gooey, sweet filling plus you can prep it in no time. Whether it’s your first time baking one or you’re a pro, my family recipe is the ONLY ONE YOU’LL EVER NEED. Bold Statement but complete facts!
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“All I can say is WOW!!!!!!! I followed the recipe to the tee & it came out immaculate”
—ANDRETTA
How to Make Pecan Pie
Step 1: Whisk together both of the sugars in a medium-sized bowl until combined.
Step 2: Add the corn syrup, melted butter, beaten eggs, and vanilla and mix with the whisk until the mixture is smooth.
Step 3: Add the flour and pinch of salt and quickly whisk until the mixture is smooth but somewhat thickened.
Step 4: Add the pecan halves and use a spatula to combine.
Step 5: Pour the pecan filling into your 9 inch pie shell or homemade pie crust that has been blind baked. To protect your crust, add a pie shield or some foil on the outside halfway through the bake.
Step 6: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for fifteen minutes and then lower the temperature to 350˚F and bake for 30-40 minutes or until the center of the pie jiggles only slightly. If it shakes too much, leave it in the oven to bake longer. You want the pie to be mostly stable.
Southern Pecan Pie Recipe
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter melted
- 3 large eggs beaten and room temperature
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp all-purpose flour
- pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1 9 in pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375˚F. In a medium sized bowl, whisk together both sugars until combined.
- Next whisk in corn syrup, melted butter, beaten eggs and vanilla until mixture is smooth.
- Quickly whisk in flour and pinch of salt until mixture is smooth but somewhat thickened.
- Add pecan halves and use a spatula to combine.
- Pour pecan filling into pie shell. If using my pie crust recipe, roll one of the disks out into the pie plate then use a fork to poke holes along the sides and bottom of the pie crust. Line the pie crust with parchment paper. Fill with pie weights, making sure the weights are evenly distributed around the pie dish. Pre-bake the crust for 10 minutes. Carefully remove the parchment paper/pie weights then add the filling. If you would like, you can brush some egg wash on the outside of the crust as well (just take 1 egg and whisk together with a teaspoon of water).
- Bake for 15 minutes then lower temperature to 350˚F and bake 30-40 minutes or until center of pie jiggles only slightly. If it shakes too much, leave it in the oven to bake longer. The pie should be almost stable. If you find that the crust is browning too quickly, add a pie shield or some foil on the outside halfway through the bake.
- Remove pie from oven and allow to cool to room temperature, then serve.
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How to Store
Allow your pie to cool down completely, then cover it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. You can then pop it in the fridge. If you’re reheating a whole pecan pie recipe, warm it in a preheated 350˚F oven for about 15-20 minutes or until warmed through. If you’re reheating individual slices, they can be warmed in a microwave for about 20-30 seconds. Easy peasy!How Long Will Pecan Pie Last in the Fridge?
It will typically last for about 3-4 days.Can I Freeze Pecan Pie?
Absolutely boos! First allow the pie to cool completely, then wrap it securely in aluminum foil or a heavy-duty plastic freezer bag. Make sure you label with the date. It should last for up to 2-3 months. When you’re ready to get into it again, thaw the pie overnight in the fridge, then reheat it in the oven if you want.Nutrition
Recipe Tips
- Master the Crust Y’all: Starting with a homemade crust can truly elevate your pecan pie recipe boos. It’s worth the extra effort.
- Go Room Temp: Make sure your eggs are at room temp before adding them to the mix. This helps that pie filling set up just right.
- Stir with Care: When you add the flour and pecans, stir gently to combine so the pecans won’t break and mess up the texture.
- Clever Measuring Cup Tip: Spray the inside of your measuring cup with nonstick spray before measuring the corn syrup. This allows it to slide out like a boss without any sticky leftovers.
- Blind Bake that Crust: Poke holes along the sides and bottom of the pie crust. Line the pie crust with parchment paper. Fill with pie weights, making sure the weights are evenly distributed around the pie dish. Pre-bake the crust for 10 minutes so the crust doesn’t get soggy when the filling is added.
Ingredient Tips
- Brown Sugar: If you only have granulated sugar at the crib, you can easily make your own brown sugar by adding molasses.
- Corn Syrup: Swap in maple syrup or even honey here. The texture won’t be as gooey but it will still taste delish.
They’re Lovin’ It! Here’s what They’re Sayin’:
“Jocelyn, This is my go-to pecan pie recipe! I made 6 pies last year and am already getting requests from my family for this Thanksgiving. Thank you for this wonderful recipe.”
—MERRIE
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Recipe Help
The best way to check if it’s done is to jiggle it slightly. If it moves quite a bit and seems to have too much liquid, you will need to continue baking. You don’t want it to be completely set in the oven or it will dry out.
Absolutely boos! You can bake the pies as you have time and store them in the freezer until you need them. Be sure to wrap them in layers to keep out any off flavors. Allow them 24 hours in the fridge to thaw out.
More Southern Pie Recipes
- Pumpkin Pie
- Southern Egg Pie
- Big Mama’s Sweet Potato Pie
- Sheet Pan Pie with 3 flavors in 1
- Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie
- Sweet Potato Pecan Pie
- Buttermilk Pie
- Pecan Cobbler
- Black Folks Sweet Potato Pie
This post was originally published in October 2019. It has been updated with new content and more images.
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I made your pecan pie recipe for Thanksgiving this year. It was awesome!! And I followed your instructions. My family loved it. I was lucky enough to have had one piece before it was devoured by my family. Thank you for sharing. I will be adding to my holiday recipe box.
I made this for Thanksgiving. I used agave instead of the cornstarch. Couldn’t taste a difference really. My family ❤️ it and if my daughter said it was good, trust me it was
I made this for Thanksgiving. I used agave instead of the cornstarch. Couldn’t taste a difference really. My family ❤️ it and if my daughter said it was good, trust me it was
Last year was my first time baking a pecan pie. I used another recipe, and it came out runny and just…eh.
This year for Thanksgiving, I used this recipe. And my husband, who loves pecan pie more than life itself, declared it “better than Aunt Debbie’s”. That is, indeed, the HIGHEST praise from my husband!
Thank you for sharing! It will be a staple in my house from now on!
That is truly the highest praise ever. Thank you so so much for leaving the glowing review.
Absolutely delicious! My husband is from Mississppi and a huge Pecan Pie fan. This northern girl had no clue how to make it and was never impressed by the overly sweet flavor of those I had tried, even hubby had to agree with that at times. This recipe couldn’t be easier or more perfect. I followed the directions exactly (easy peasy), with the exception of using chopped pecans instead of halves. My reason for chopped was I thought it might be easier to cut, granted not as pretty. The pie was gone in a flash and it’s the first time I have really enjoyed Pecan Pie, a home run. I will make it every Thanksgiving. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful recipe!
So happy you enjoyed it!
Made this for the first time~~ and I am old as dirt ~lol~ it would have turned out perfect if I didn’t get nervous and overcook it a bit~~ fooled everyone and they all loved it~~ I did use dark brown sugar but will try again with light brown sugar and watch it a little close. I added about 2 Tablespoons of mini chocolate chips sprinkled on top just before baking. Had it at a restaurant and loved it so had to try ~~ Thank you for such a great recipe. Can’t wait to try it again~~
Hooray I love the idea of adding the chocolate chips!
I’m a pecan pie snob…I’m very picky and I do all the cooking and baking in my home. That being said Pecan pie has always been my favorite pie to eat. This recipe is amazing and I even got my kids to try it. They loved it also. Thanks for sharing and please keep up the “back stories”. I love them. Thank you and God Bless.
Hooray!!!!
Made this this afternoon, it was so yummy. Adding it to the list of Thanksgiving must haves.
Also used your pie crust recipe, so easy.
Fantastic! I’m so so glad you enjoyed it!
Soooo… this was my first time making a Pecan pie and… drum roll please…… IT WAS THE BOMB!!! My husband said he fell in love all over again, LOL!!!
The only thing I noticed is that I had to increase the cooking time because it was still a little too “jiggly” in the middle ♀️ Anywho… THANKS A BUNCH!! ❤
Just wonderful!!
I found this today. It just came out of the oven. It looks AMAZING! This will be my pecan pie recipe for the Thanksgiving holiday. It was simple to make. Can’t wait to see my family enjoy this yummy pie!
Hooray!!! I am so so so glad!