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    Published: Nov 22, 2016 · Modified: Oct 13, 2021 by Pam

    Classic Pecan Pie (Southern Style)

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    This Pecan Pie is classic southern style and the recipe has been in our family over fifty years. You know it has been tested and approved by many.

    slice of pecan pie with whole pie and small pumpkin behind

    Though totally delicious, there’s nothing fancy about the pecan pie, I admit. But, if you’re looking for a simple, classic pecan pie that never fails, this is it. You’re going to want to serve it right after that Slow Cooker Turkey Breast with the most divine gravy ever! Click the link to check out that recipe.

    Pecan Pie is Classic Southern Style

    The truth is, Mama always used a frozen pie crust. Not deep dish, either — just a traditional nine inch pie crust, like we use in Sweet Potato Praline Pie. I sometimes use those refrigerated ones (also excellent for making Cheese Tartlets) when I have one on hand, but honestly, I’m not a real fan of pie crust.

    It’s the stuff in the crust I’m after. So, the frozen crusts are fine with me, too. If you love to make your own, by all means, go for it. This recipe is all about that to-die-for filling.

    The exception to that rule is our Peanut Butter Pie with Oreo Crust because…. well… Oreo Crust, right?

    whole pecan pie with plates & forks

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    slice of pie with bite on fork

    All of our best pecan recipes can be found in one place right here.

    One more note before I get to the recipe. Here’s how I like to do my pecans. If you can start with halves you’ll get the freshest flavor. But, I do like to chop the halves before making the pie.

    Even though it doesn’t make as beautiful a pie with chopped pecans, it actually cuts into slices more easily, and you get more yumminess wrapped around every little piece of pecan.

    If you’ve got more pecan halves be sure to check out Homemade Chocolate Covered Pecans. They’ve made with just 4 ingredients and are a perfect little food gift!

    If you love pie like we do you’ll also love this classic Apple Pie. The recipe has been in our family for over 50 years.

    Pecan Pie can be made ahead and frozen

    In fact, that’s what we typically do. We love anything that can be done in advance of a big meal and give us more time to spend with loved ones. If you wrap them tightly after they’re completely cool and then freeze, no one will ever know that these pies weren’t made that morning.

    They’re part of a collection of Make Ahead Recipes for Holiday Meals. Click over to check them all out.

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    And for other classic southern desserts (and oh so simple) you’ll want to get the recipe for Buttermilk Pie and Old Fashioned Cream Cheese Pound Cake. They’re old fashioned goodness just like this recipe.

    slice of pie with fork and whole pie behind

    Classic Pecan Pie – Southern Style

    A simple, old fashioned pecan pie that's easy to make and yields delicious results.
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    Ingredients
      

    • 3 eggs
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 1 cup light corn syrup
    • 1-½ teaspoons flour
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla
    • ¼ cup butter melted
    • 1 cup pecans chopped
    • 1 standard nine inch pie crust (not deep dish)

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare pie shell or use frozen shell.
    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
    • Beat eggs well.
    • Add sugar, corn syrup, flour, salt and vanilla.
    • Stir in butter and pecans.
    • Bake approximately 60 minutes or until center is set.
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
    slice of pie with fork

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    1. Maureen says

      November 30, 2016 at 12:05 pm

      Oh my goodness! My husbands favourite pie and I have never made him one! No excuses now. I think I will surprise him this weekend 🙂

      Reply
      • Pam says

        November 30, 2016 at 12:14 pm

        Let me know how he likes it, Maureen. It’s super simple.

        Reply
    2. Cindy Weidinger says

      December 02, 2016 at 9:42 pm

      Pam, what a great recipe. I too chop the pecans when I make a pecan pie. I will try your recipe, it sounds delicious!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        December 03, 2016 at 7:39 am

        Thanks, Cindy. It’s simple, but sometimes that’s best.

        Reply
    3. Deb says

      November 26, 2017 at 12:57 pm

      Hey Pam! You have the BEST recipes! I wanted to inquire about freezing the pecan pie? Just make, then cool, then freeze? Never done this before……does it taste really fresh?
      Thanks! Happy Baking!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        November 26, 2017 at 5:49 pm

        Thanks, Deb! And yes, exactly as you said. I seal it well with press-n-seal and then aluminum foil over that. We can’t tell the difference.

        Reply
    4. Nancy Norby says

      October 20, 2019 at 9:40 pm

      I’ve looked all through your bio and recipe links for the Classic Pecan recipe but cannot find it. Is there a way I can get I t directly or tell me what I may be doing wrong in my search? Thank you!!!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        October 22, 2019 at 4:03 pm

        Thanks, Nancy. I think we messaged on Instagram. The recipe is there now.

        Reply
    5. Kathryn Jones says

      November 24, 2020 at 2:03 pm

      Pam, I couldn’t get all the pecan pie filling in just one pie shell. Should it all fit? I made a second smaller thinner pie & added pecans – didn’t want that good stuff to go to waste.

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      • Pam says

        November 24, 2020 at 6:00 pm

        I hear you! Hate to see anything wasted too. Truthfully, pie shells can vary a bit. Sometimes name brand vs. generic store brand seem to be different in size. I have, oftentimes had a bit leftover too. I usually fish out all of the pecans and make sure that they at least fit in the pie crust. Hope you enjoy!

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