Description
Indulge in the rich, nostalgic flavors of this Father’s Day Pecan Pie, a delightful dessert that brings warmth and sweetness to any gathering. With its buttery crust enveloping a luscious, gooey filling studded with crunchy pecans, this pie is perfect for family dinners or special occasions. The balance of sweetness from the brown sugar and the nuttiness of pecans creates a mouthwatering experience that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup apple juice
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the chilled pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan, gently pressing it against the sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and salt.
- Add the eggs, apple juice, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Fold in the pecan halves until evenly coated with the filling mixture.
- Pour into the prepared crust and bake for 50–60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg