Description
Maple pecan pie is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of maple syrup and crunchy pecans, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust and refrigerate.
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Optionally add melted butter.
- Fold toasted pecans into the filling mixture and pour into the crust.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes.
- Cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Avoid overbaking to prevent a dry filling.
- Toast pecans for enhanced flavor.
- Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother filling.
- Allow cooling time for the filling to set properly.
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: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Maple Pecan Pie, Dessert, Holiday Pie, Nut Pie