Easy Pecan Pie Recipe for Beginners
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Pecan Pie |
Pecan pie is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is also a relatively easy pie to make, even for beginners. Here is a simple recipe that is sure to please.
Ingredients
- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 6 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place the unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, salt, and melted butter until smooth.
- Stir in the pecan halves.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool completely before serving.
Tips
- For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.
- If you don't have a 9-inch pie plate, you can use a 9x13 inch baking dish. Just be sure to adjust the baking time accordingly.
- Pecan pie can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Enjoy!
Additional Tips
- Use a high-quality pie crust. A good pie crust will make a big difference in the final product.
- Don't overmix the filling. Overmixing can make the pie tough.
- Bake the pie until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. An underbaked pie will be runny, and an overbaked pie will be dry.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will help the pie set and prevent it from falling apart.