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Old Fashion Pecan Pie

Indulge in the timeless goodness of an old fashion pecan pie recipe that’s sure to evoke memories of grandma’s house. The key to the perfect flavor is the balance between the pie sweetness and nuttiness of pecans toasted to golden perfection.

old fashion pecan pie in a pan.

Southern Pecan Pie Recipe

You’ll bake this pie until the filling is set and the crust is a beautiful golden brown and it fills your home with the irresistible aroma of carmelized sugar and toasted pecans.

I serve this while it’s still warm with dollops of freshly whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert that’s guaranteed to satisfy the most powerful sweet tooth.

This old recipe is a timless favorite that never goes out of style. It really is the perfect choice for any holiday, celebration, special occasion or any time you crave some nostalgia.

You might enjoy any of our Chess Pies if you like a pecan pie.

Here’s What You’ll Need

  • Pecans
  • Corn Syrup
  • Sugar
  • Pie Crust
  • Eggs
  • Salt, flour

Here’s How You Do It

  1. Mix the ingredients together in a bowl.
  2. Pat out your pie crust.
  3. Bake! It’s really that simple!
pie crust being cut off.

Tips and Tricks

  • You’ll want some pecan pieces and some halves to make your pie just right. About half pieces and half halves usually works!
  • It’s that heapting Tbs of flour that makes for a light upper crust (it’s barely discernable, but it’s there).
  • I prefer the dark karo for this recipe, but you can use the light and it will taste just fine.
  • If you find that the crusts of your pie are starting to brown too quickly, cover with some aluminum foil until the pie is done.
  • The pie is done when the center wiggles just barely, like santa’s tummy.

PRO TIP: Store leftover pecans in the freezer to keep them as fresh as possible.

slice of old fashion pecan pie.

Storage, Keeping and Reheating

Keep leftover pecan pie in the refrigerator, covered in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Pecan pie doesn’t freeze well.

You can reheat the pie by placing on a microwave safe dish and heating for 1 minute intervals or place in the oven in an oven safe dish for 10 minutes.

Watch Me Make This

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pecan pie in pan.

Old Fashion Pecan Pie

This delicious pie is the one you remember from your childhood!
5 from 2 votes
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pecan pie
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 354kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup White Sugar
  • 1 Tbs flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 3 whole eggs room temp
  • 2/3 Cup dark corn syrup
  • 4 tbs butter melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • ¾ Cup pecan halves
  • ¼ Cup chopped pecans
  • 1 unbaked pie shell

Instructions

  • Mix sugar, flour and salt thoroughly in a medium bowl.
  • Add eggs one at a time and beat until mixed thoroughly but do not over beat.
  • Add corn syrup, melted butter and vanilla. Gently mix in the pecan halves and pieces. Pour into an unbaked pie shell .
  • Bake in the center of the oven at 350 for 55 minutes. The pie is done when the pie gently wiggles when the side of the pie pan is gently shaken. If the pie appears too loose when gently shaken, bake 5 more minutes at a time until done.

Notes

  • You’ll want some pecan pieces and some halves to make your pie just right. About half pieces and half halves usually works!
  • It’s that heapting Tbs of flour that makes for a light upper crust (it’s barely discernable, but it’s there).
  • I prefer the dark karo for this recipe, but you can use the light and it will taste just fine.
  • If you find that the crusts of your pie are starting to brown too quickly, cover with some aluminum foil until the pie is done.
  • The pie is done when the center wiggles just barely, like santa’s tummy.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Old Fashion Pecan Pie
Amount Per Serving
Calories 354 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 6g30%
Trans Fat 0.2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
Cholesterol 16mg5%
Sodium 249mg10%
Potassium 52mg1%
Carbohydrates 59g20%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 47g52%
Protein 2g4%
Vitamin A 179IU4%
Vitamin C 0.04mg0%
Calcium 14mg1%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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This post has been updated from its original that was shared on November 14, 2014 and has been updated with all the current view seen including the recipe card.

A Verse to Share

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1 Timothy 6:6-7

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Wendi is the writer, CEO and dishwasher at Loaves and Dishes! When not in the kitchen or behind the computer, you can find Wendi serving on International Food Conference Boards, Speaking at various conferences, Leading and Cooking for the local Arts Council's "Taste of Stokes" events or donating home cooked goodies to various local non profits such as the Danbury Songwriters and Stokes Partnership for Children. Wendi is also a Registered Nurse with a Master's Degree and serves on her town's board of councilmen.

Recipe Rating




Barb Cook

Friday 12th of October 2018

Thanksgiving is coming up and I've been looking for a pecan pie recipe. It would seem that I found it! This looks like the one my mom and I used to make when I was young and I'm very happy to have found it. Thank you for sharing.

I just have one question: is that half stick of butter salted or unsalted? I used to assume that no designation meant regular, salted butter but that no longer seems to be the rule.

Thanks!

Barb

Wendi Spraker

Friday 12th of October 2018

Hi Barb! Thank you so much for leaving me a comment! I hope everyone at your house enjoys this pie as much as my own family does! Come back and let me know how it goes!

Moxie

Friday 2nd of February 2018

The best!

Jules B.

Thursday 25th of May 2017

Oh my mercy. I haven't had Pecan Pie... Real Pecan Pie... in about twenty eight years. I need to get this made ASAP. My mouth is watering, just thinking about it. I was about four years old, when I tried Pecan Pie for the first time. My daughter will be four in June, so it seems fitting I make this soon. Thank you.

Lou Lou Girls

Sunday 23rd of November 2014

Hello gorgeous! I'm licking my lips right now, it looks so good! Pinned and tweeted. I hope to see on Monday at 7 pm. We love to party with you! Happy Sunday~Lou Lou Girls

wendi.spraker@yahoo.com

Monday 24th of November 2014

Well hey!!! You will definitely see me Monday. :) Thanks so much for the Pin and tweet! :)

Joy @ Yesterfood

Friday 21st of November 2014

Yup, that's a good old fashioned pecan pie right there! ;) Nothing better than a church lady's pie recipe. Thank you for sharing it with us at Treasure Box Tuesday- pinned! And I loved meeting Seymour!

wendi.spraker@yahoo.com

Friday 21st of November 2014

Joy - thanks so much for visiting!

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