Pecan Pie
Discover the timeless charm of pecan pie, a classic dessert that has delighted taste buds for generations. This guide provides a straightforward approach to creating a scrumptious pecan pie.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 30 min
- Yield
- 8 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 200 g Plain Flour
- 100 g Butter (Unsalted, cold and cubed)
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 Egg (Yolk)
- 2 tbsp Cold Water
- 200 g Pecan (Halves)
- Salt
- 150 g Golden Syrup
- 100 g Brown Sugar (Light)
- 50 g Butter (Unsalted, melted)
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the plain flour and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use your fingertips to rub it into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.
- 2
Add the egg yolk and cold water. Mix until the dough comes together. Shape it into a flat disc, wrap it in cling film, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 4
Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart tin. Press it gently into the tin and trim off any excess.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the golden syrup, light brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- 6
Arrange the pecan halves evenly over the pastry base.
- 7
Pour the syrup mixture over the pecans, ensuring they are all well-coated.
- 8
Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the pastry is golden brown.
- 9
Allow the pecan pie to cool before slicing and serving. It's delicious on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.