Description
A delicious twist on the classic pecan pie, featuring the rich, nutty flavor of brown butter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, browned
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pie crust, unbaked
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, corn syrup, and browned butter.
- Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and salt, and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a deeper flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the filling.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg