The BEST Southern Pecan Pie Recipe (Authentic and Classic)

corn syrup

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Maple syrup offers a natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free alternative while maintaining richness.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut whipped cream

💰Cheaper: store-bought whipped topping

Coconut whipped cream is a dairy-free option.

Preheat your oven to 350°F.

Add eggs to a large bowl and whisk until well combined.

Add brown sugar and melted butter to the eggs and mix.

Add vanilla extract, cornstarch, salt, light corn syrup, and dark corn syrup, then mix until well combined.

Fold in the chopped pecans.

Pour the pie filling into the pie crust.

Top the pie with remaining pecans.

Transfer the pie to the preheated oven.

Allow the pie to cook for 1 hour.

Remove the pie from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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