Description
This easy Pecan Pie recipe brings rich, natural flavors and a flaky crust for a delightful dessert perfect for any occasion. Made with toasted pecans, maple syrup (natural), plant-based butter, and a tender crust, it offers a comforting, sweet treat that is simple to prepare and customizable to your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 pre-made or homemade flaky pie crust
Filling
- 1 1/2 cups toasted pecans
- 3/4 cup maple syrup (natural)
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (natural)
- 2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Roll out the pie crust on a lightly floured surface and fit it gently into your pie dish. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges for a decorative touch. Chill the crust for about 15 minutes to keep it firm during baking.
- Toast the pecans: Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Toasting intensifies their flavor and adds a wonderful crunch to the pie.
- Mix the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together the maple syrup (natural), brown sugar (natural), plant-based butter, eggs, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), vanilla extract (natural), cornstarch, and salt until smooth and well combined. Stir in the toasted pecans last to keep their texture intact.
- Assemble and bake: Pour the filling into the chilled crust and spread it evenly. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes. The pie is ready when the filling is set but still slightly jiggly near the center. Let it cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs to blend more smoothly into the filling for a perfectly even texture.
- Do not skip toasting pecans; it boosts their natural flavor and preserves that signature crunch.
- Cover the crust edges with foil halfway through baking to prevent over-browning.
- Cool thoroughly to help the filling set up properly for clean slices.
- The pie tastes better after a day when flavors meld beautifully.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: Pecan Pie, Plant-Based Dessert, Nut Pie, Maple Syrup Pie, Easy Pecan Pie, Gluten-Free Option
