Semi Homemade Pecan Pie

Desserts and Sweet Baked Goods
By Rhonda

Have you ever wondered how to make a Pecan Pie? Back in the day I used to think it was so hard to make, but after watching a cooking show on tv, and creating my own inspired recipe, I think I have created a pretty decent Semi Homemade Pecan Pie that is full of gooey goodness and of course, decadent pecans!

I think one of the reasons that I dreaded making a pie was partially because I can’t make a pie crust to save my life. I know how to, but they NEVER come out right! My Mother-in-law even gave me her fool proof recipe. Her pie crusts are A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! You can eat the crust plain after it’s baked it’s that good.

I saw an episode recently on Pioneer Woman and she made the most delicious looking pecan pie. Her way to make pecan pie actually seemed doable. So, I made my own inspired version of hers. I can honestly say it turned out and it was really good! My family was pretty happy with the pie! They were actually arguing over who got the last piece!

If you are looking for some other easy pie recipes, make sure to check out my roundup of the Best Pie Recipes, and these bite-sized Apple Pie Bites.

Ingredients

You will find a complete list of all of the ingredients at the bottom of the post in the recipe card. This list is just a basic breakdown of some of the key ingredients.

  • unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • kosher salt
  • unsalted butter 
  • pecans

Instructions

In the recipe card at the bottom of the post, you will find the complete step by step instructions.

🧾Substitutions

  • Hazelnuts – I have read that these are a great substitute for pecans. I haven’t personally tried them; however, you may find this will work for you.
  • Pie crust – instead of homemade, a flaky store-bought one will also do the trick.
  • Salted butter – just omit the kosher salt in the recipe.

📖Variations

  • Mini pies – instead of making a normal sized pie, how about making mini pies? Check out my recipe for Mini Apple Pies so you can see what type of dish I used.

🥫Storage

After it has cooled, make sure to wrap it with foil or plastic wrap.

Refrigerator storage – you can store it in the fridge for up to four days.

Top Tips

  • When baking this pie or anything that can spill over, place an old baking sheet on the rack underneath the pie, casserole, pizza, lasagna, etc. so that it can catch any of the spillage; therefore, preventing anything from burning into the bottom of your oven.

FAQs

Why is my Pecan Pie too hard?

It’s probably because it was overbaked. Since all oven temperatures vary, you will have to carefully watch the pie has it bakes.

Why did my pie crust burn?

It’s important to wrap the edges of your pie crust with foil or buy a pie crust cover that fits over the crust.

Semi Homemade Pecan Pie Recipe

Rhonda
Have you ever wondered how to make a Pecan Pie? Back in the day I used to think it was so hard to make, but after watching a cooking show on tv, and creating my own inspired recipe, I think I have created a pretty decent Semi Homemade Pecan Pie that is full of gooey goodness and of course, decadent pecans!
4.44 from 23 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert, Desserts and Sweet Baked Goods
Cuisine American
Servings 8

Equipment

  • pie pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Large bowl
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • cutting board
  • Knife
  • Small bowl
  • fork

Ingredients
  

  • 1 unbaked pie crust or you can make your own
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 ¾ tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs beaten
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Roll out the pie crust on a lightly floured surface and put it into the pie pan.
  • In a small bowl, beat the eggs together with a fork and set the bowl aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the vanilla, unsalted butter, brown sugar, sugar, salt, eggs, and corn syrup.
  • After chopping the pecans, place them into the bottom of the unbaked pie shell.
  • Pour the mixture over the pecans.
  • Cover the top and the crust lightly with foil. Bake for 30 minutes. Then carefully remove the foil and continue baking for 20 minutes.
  • At the end of the cooking time, check the pie to see if it’s set. It should be slightly jiggly in the middle. If it’s still not done, put back into the oven and check every 5 minutes until it’s set.

Notes

Let this pie sit for hours so it can set up. It’s honestly better to let it set overnight then serve the next day for dinner. This is one of those pies that you can NOT serve right out of the oven. Ok, let me rephrase that. You CAN serve it this way; however, it won’t have had time to set. It will be simply delicious BUT won’t be set up.
When you are ready to serve this scrumptious and easy pecan pie, you can microwave it on a microwave safe plate for a couple of minutes and then top with whipped topping!
One of our readers blind baked her pie crust first and said it made a world of difference. 
Always put an old baking sheet on the rack underneath the pie so that will catch anything that spills over, and you can just remove it then, that way it doesn’t burn onto the bottom of your oven. I do that with all of my pies, pizzas, casseroles, and when I make lasagna.
Keyword Pecan Pie, Pie, Semi Homemade Pecan Pie
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