Caramel Pecan Delight Pie
A comforting dessert that combines roasted pecans with a gooey caramel filling, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the packed brown sugar, corn syrup, and a pinch of salt, and stir until dissolved.
- Stir in the heavy cream until smooth, then remove from heat to cool slightly.
- Whisk the eggs in a large bowl with the vanilla extract.
- Gradually pour the cooled sugar mixture into the eggs, whisking constantly.
- Stir in the chopped pecans until coated.
- Pour the filling into the pie crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until set and golden brown.
- Cool completely before serving.
Notes
Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a delightful contrast in texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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