Description
This Maple Pecan Pie combines the rich sweetness of pure maple syrup with the classic nutty flavor of pecans. 🥧🍁 Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy weekends, this pie is a warm, buttery twist on the traditional favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
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- For the Crust:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Stir in the pecan halves until evenly coated.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading pecans evenly on top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, until the center is just set and the crust is golden brown.
- If the crust edges begin to brown too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving for a perfect, sliceable texture.
Notes
🍁 Tip: Use high-quality pure maple syrup (Grade A Dark) for the best flavor. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent touch!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Holiday Recipes
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: maple pecan pie, holiday dessert, thanksgiving pie, southern pie, maple syrup desserts