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Buttery, nutty, ooey gooey Pecan Pie is SO easy to make, and only requires a handful of ingredients. It’s a classic that is perfect all year!!

Not only is this homemade Pecan Pie a MUST at Thanksgiving dinner, it’s perfect year round! For more must-make pies try Banana Cream Pie and Crustless Pumpkin Pie.

Best Pecan Pie slice on a white plate.


Best Pecan Pie Recipe

Along with Chocolate Cream Pie and Butterfinger Pie, Pecan Pie is a favorite, and one we especially love to enjoy around the holidays.

We recently shared a recipe for Pumpkin Pie from a Luby’s cookbook that we have. This easy Pecan Pie comes from the same cookbook.

Because there are very few Luby’s Restaurants left, we thought you’d like this recipe, especially because it’s become a family favorite.

If you love the gooey corn syrup pecan mixture that is oh-so-popular this time of year, then you have to give this a try!

How to Make Pecan Pie

PREP. Preheat oven to 350°F. Pull out prepared store bought or homemade pie crust. Put the pie dough in a 9-inch pie plate and set aside.

SYRUP. Whisk together sugar, corn syrup, butter, and vanilla in a saucepan and bring to a boil—be sure to stir constantly. Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 6 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Then, mix in eggs until well blended.

BAKE. Place the pecans in the unbaked pie shell, and pour the pecan pie filling over pecans. Bake for 1 hour, and voila!

tips + variations

Pie pan. Bake in a 9-inch pie plate. I like to use glass because I can see the crust better to determine when it’s done, but ceramic is another favorite. If you use metal, be aware that the pie may cook faster than what is listed in the recipe.

The pecan pie is done when the center looks solid and does not shake. Insert a knife in the center, it should also come out clean. For good measure, use a cooking thermometer to make sure the internal temp is 200°F.

We suggest letting it cool on a wire cooling rack to finish setting, for at least another hour or two.

Toasted pecans. Use toasted pecans to help balance the sweetness of the pie.

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread the chopped nuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Toast for 6-8 minutes until they turn a deep color and produce a delicious nutty aroma. 

Incorporate chocolate. Sprinkle semi sweet chocolate chips in the pie shell, then add the nuts and sweet filling, and bake. 

Season. Sprinkle it with sea salt before or after baking.

Toppings. Top with a dollop of whipped cream, scoop of ice cream, or drizzle of salted caramel.

storing info

STORE. Leave out for up to two hours, otherwise cover loosely with foil or plastic wrap, and refrigerate. In the refrigerator, the pie can keep for 3-4 days.

FREEZE. Wrap tightly with foil or plastic wrap, or place in a Ziploc freezer bag, and eat within 2 months.

To COOK, thaw the pie overnight in the fridge, or reheat in a low oven for 20 minutes.

Pecan Pie slice served on a white plate.

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Pecan Pie Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Buttery, nutty, ooey gooey pecan pie is SO easy to make and only requires a handful of ingredients. It's a classic that is perfect all year!!
Servings: 8
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 1 hour 10 minutes
Total: 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 extra-large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 unbaked 9 inch pie shell

Instructions 

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, bring to a boil your sugar, corn syrup, butter and vanilla.
  • Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 6 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
  • Mix in eggs until well blended. Place pecans in pie shell. Pour sugar mixture over pecans.
  • Bake at 350 for 1 hour.

Video

Notes

STORE. Leave out for up to two hours, otherwise cover loosely with foil or plastic wrap, and refrigerate. In the refrigerator, the pie can keep for 3-4 days.
FREEZE. Wrap tightly with foil or plastic wrap, or place in a Ziploc freezer bag, and eat within 2 months.
To COOK, thaw the pie overnight in the fridge, or reheat in a low oven for 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 8g, Calories: 478kcal, Carbohydrates: 70g, Protein: 5g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 89mg, Sodium: 181mg, Potassium: 108mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 58g, Vitamin A: 252IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 32mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
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Adapted from Lubys cookbook



About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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26 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    My family asks for this every holiday season. It’s my favorite pecan pie recipe. I double the amount of pecans it calls for. Don’t overcook it on the stove or it will be too stiff to beat the eggs in. I’ve actually had to start over because of this.

  2. This pie was absolutely the best pecan pie I’ve ever made! Had company and they really enjoyed it and asked for recipe too!

  3. 5 stars
    I love how simple this recipe is AND it uses chopped pecans instead of halves. Can’t wait to make my pecan pie this year!

  4. 5 stars
    This was my first attempt at making homemade pecan pie and it was so much easier than I thought and yummy to boot! It even impressed my mother in law!