Maple Pecan Pie Recipe

This Maple Pecan Pie Recipe is a rich and gooey recipe, which is made with pure maple syrup and chopped pecans. It’s the ultimate holiday dessert, ready in about 1 hour and 25 minutes, plus cooling time.

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Maple Pecan Pie Recipe Ingredients

• 1 unbaked pie crust
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2/3 cup corn syrup
• 1/3 cup plus 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, divided
• 1/3 cup salted butter, melted
• 3 large eggs, beaten
• 3 Tbsp. packed dark brown sugar
• 3/4 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 heaping cup chopped pecans
• 2/3 cup powdered sugar

How To Make Maple Pecan Pie Recipe

1. Prepare the crust: Preheat the oven to 350°F. On a floured surface, roll out the pie dough into a 12-inch round. Carefully place it in a 9-inch pie pan. Build up the edges above the rim of the dish and crimp with your fingers.
2. Make the filling: In a large bowl, mix the granulated sugar, corn syrup, 1/3 cup of the maple syrup, the melted butter, beaten eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt together until well combined.
3. Assemble the pie: Pour the chopped pecans into the bottom of the unbaked pie crust. Pour the syrup mixture over the top of the pecans.
4. Bake the pie: Cover the pie loosely with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for about 40 more minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the center is only slightly jiggly.
5. Cool and glaze: Let the pie cool completely for several hours or overnight. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1/4 cup of maple syrup with the powdered sugar until smooth. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled pie before serving.

Recipe Tips

• How do I know when the pie is done? The pie is ready when the edges are set and the center jiggles only slightly, like gelatin. It will continue to set as it cools.
• How to prevent the crust from burning? The foil trick is essential. Covering the pie for the first 30 minutes of baking, and then again if the crust or pecans begin to darken too much, is the key to a perfectly golden pie.
• Can I use dark corn syrup? Yes, you can substitute dark corn syrup for the light corn syrup. It will give the pie a slightly deeper, more robust molasses-like flavor.
• Why does the pie need to cool for so long? This is the most crucial step for a pecan pie. The hot, liquidy custard filling needs several hours at room temperature to cool down and set properly. Slicing into it too early will result in a runny mess.

What To Serve With Maple Pecan Pie

This is an incredibly rich and sweet pie that is best served in small slices.

• A dollop of unsweetened or lightly sweetened whipped cream
• A strong cup of black coffee or an espresso to cut the sweetness
• A scoop of vanilla bean or butter pecan ice cream

How To Store Maple Pecan Pie

• Refrigerate: Once cooled, cover the pie and store it in the refrigerator. It will keep for up to 4 days. It can be served chilled or allowed to come to room temperature.

Maple Pecan Pie Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 620 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 85g
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 31g
• Saturated Fat: 12g
• Sodium: 450mg
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 65g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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