Description
Maple Pecan Pie is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of maple syrup and crunchy pecans, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust
- 1 cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust and chill it in the refrigerator.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in the toasted pecans into the filling mixture.
- Pour the pecan filling into the prepared pie crust and spread evenly.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let the pie cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality pecans for the best flavor.
- Consider toasting the pecans for enhanced flavor.
- Adjust sweetness by reducing the amount of brown sugar or maple syrup.
- For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free pie crust.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Maple Pecan Pie, dessert, holiday pie, baking, pecans, maple syrup