Description
A deliciously layered Pumpkin Pecan Pie combining a smooth spiced pumpkin filling with a rich, crunchy pecan topping, all baked in a flaky deep-dish pie crust. This classic dessert is perfect for fall festivities and holiday dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Shell
- 1 (9-inch) frozen deep-dish pie shell
Pumpkin Layer
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Pecan Layer
- ⅔ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1⅓ cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350° F (175° C) to prepare for baking the pie.
- Prepare Pumpkin Layer: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup pumpkin puree, ⅓ cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and uniformly blended. Spread this pumpkin mixture evenly over the bottom of the frozen deep-dish pie shell.
- Prepare Pecan Layer: In another medium bowl, mix together ⅔ cup light corn syrup, ½ cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, melted unsalted butter, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir this mixture thoroughly, then fold in 1⅓ cups chopped pecans. Spoon this pecan mixture carefully over the pumpkin layer in the pie shell, spreading it evenly.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes. To check doneness, insert a knife into the center of the pie; it should come out clean when the pie is fully baked.
- Cool: After baking, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before serving to allow the layers to set properly.
Notes
- Use a deep-dish pie shell to accommodate the two layers of filling without overflow.
- You can use fresh pumpkin puree or canned pumpkin puree for convenience.
- Ensure the pecans are evenly chopped to provide texture without large chunks.
- Allow the pie to cool fully to ensure clean slices and proper layering.
- The knife test is essential to verify that the custard is fully cooked but not overbaked.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
