Description
Thanksgiving Pecan Pie is a classic dessert that embodies the spirit of the holiday season. With its rich, nutty flavors and buttery crust, this pie is sure to delight your family and friends. Each slice offers a perfect balance of sweetness and crunch, making it a must-have on your Thanksgiving table. Whether served warm with ice cream or chilled on its own, this pie captures the warmth of family gatherings and festive celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups pecan nuts
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup brown sugar (light)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 store-bought or homemade pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the pie crust in a pie pan.
- Toast pecans in a skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs until frothy. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Fold in toasted pecans.
- Pour filling into prepared crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Allow cooling for at least two hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg