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Easy homemade pecan pie with a flaky crust and glossy pecan topping on a marble countertop.

Easy Pecan Pie Recipe With Simple Pantry Ingredients - A Classic, Cozy Dessert

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Slices

Ingredients
  

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup pecan halves (plus a few extra for topping, optional)
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark; dark adds deeper molasses flavor)
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup (see variation for no-corn-syrup option)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon bourbon or 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for extra warmth

Instructions
 

  • Preheat and prep: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the oven rack in the lower third to help the bottom crust crisp. Set your pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
  • Toast the pecans (optional but recommended): Spread pecan halves on a baking sheet and toast for 6–8 minutes, until fragrant. Let them cool slightly. This step boosts flavor and crunch.
  • Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs until well combined. Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla, and salt. Whisk until smooth and glossy. If using bourbon or cinnamon, stir it in now.
  • Assemble: Scatter most of the pecans into the pie crust. Pour the filling over the nuts, then place a few extra pecans on top for a neat finish.
  • Shield the crust: Cover the edges of the crust with a pie shield or strips of foil to prevent over-browning.
  • Bake: Bake for 45–55 minutes. The center should look set around the edges with a slight jiggle in the middle, like gelatin. If the top browns too quickly, loosely tent with foil.
  • Cool completely: Place the pie on a rack and cool for at least 2–3 hours. The filling continues to set as it cools, making it easier to slice.
  • Serve: Slice with a sharp knife. For clean cuts, wipe the blade between slices. Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed, with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.