
Maple Pecan Pie
I found one promising recipe in an old issue of Gourmet that used maple syrup instead of corn syrup.
Maple and pecans go amazingly well together.
And this recipe sounded like a winner right off the bat.
The ingredient list is short and the method here is dead easy.
These are the INGREDIENTS you will need:
Pie Crust:
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 6 tbsp butter chilled in about 6 pieces
- 3-4 tbsp ice water
Filling:
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp butter melted and cooled
- 1 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups coarsely chopped roasted and salted pecans
These are the INSTRUCTIONS for preparation:
Crust:
- Whisk together flour, salt and sugar in a large bowl. Rub in butter with your fingertips until mixture is very coarse, but no pieces bigger than a large pea remain. Using a fork, stir in ice water until dough almost comes together into a ball. Press dough into a ball with your hands and wrap in plastic. Chill for at least 30-60 minutes before using.
Filling:
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Roll out pie dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Transfer dough to pie plate and press lightly into place, crimping edges to fit. (If using a frozen pie crust, thaw first)
- In a large bowl, whisk together maple syrup, sugars, eggs, melted butter, flour, vanilla and salt until smooth.
- Spread the pecans into the bottom of the pie shell and pour maple syrup mixture over the top. Carefully transfer pie to oven.
- Bake for 60 minutes, until puffed and set.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
The only real change I made to the original recipe was in the nuts.
I used more nuts than the recipe called for and used pecans that had been previously roasted and salted.
This change from fresh picked pecans gives a deeper flavor to the entire pie.
Pecan pie is definitely a sweet dessert.
But A distinct salty And sweet is better in my book.
And using slightly salty pecans gives the pie a nice balance.
It also is a perfect choice when you are craving a weet and salty snack.
All you need to do is make your slice smaller than when served as a dessert.
This Maple Pecan Pie travels well.
It is a delicious and unique option for a church bazaar, family holiday or just to serve after a friendly dinner.
My family loves pie. And this Maple Pecan is requested regularly.
I know your family will love it as much as mine!
Maple Pecan Pie
Ingredients
Pie Crust:
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 6 tbsp butter chilled in about 6 pieces
- 3-4 tbsp ice water
Filling:
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp butter melted and cooled
- 1 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups coarsely chopped roasted and salted pecans
Instructions
Crust:
- Whisk together flour, salt and sugar in a large bowl. Rub in butter with your fingertips until mixture is very coarse, but no pieces bigger than a large pea remain. Using a fork, stir in ice water until dough almost comes together into a ball. Press dough into a ball with your hands and wrap in plastic. Chill for at least 30-60 minutes before using.
Filling:
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Roll out pie dough to fit a 9-inch pie plate. Transfer dough to pie plate and press lightly into place, crimping edges to fit. (If using a frozen pie crust, thaw first)
- In a large bowl, whisk together maple syrup, sugars, eggs, melted butter, flour, vanilla and salt until smooth.
- Spread the pecans into the bottom of the pie shell and pour maple syrup mixture over the top. Carefully transfer pie to oven.
- Bake for 60 minutes, until puffed and set.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
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5-Stars for this wonderful maple pecan pie!
Have a great day,
Kippi
Thank you so much Kippi! I am glad you like the maple pecan pie. Enjoy your week!
Pinned! Thanks for sharing such a delicious recipe.
Thanks Melynda for pinning my maple pecan pie! I appreciate that you find the recipe one you like. Enjoy your week!
Mmmmm – toss in a little bourbon…. Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party. Hope to see you there tomorrow too! Stay safe!
Oh, bourbon!! That is my eldest son’s favorite! Don’t get me to make it again so soon! Enjoy.
This is the absolute best. A great pecan pie reicipe. Thanks for sharing at #omhgww. Your article has been tweeted and pinned.
Thank you Clearissa. I hope you have a wonderful weekend! Stay safe.
I love maple anything, and you are totally right, maple and pecans are natural partners! Your pie looks so delicious, Marilyn! Thank you for sharing it and for being a part of the Hearth and Soul Link Party.
Thank you for the kind words April! Coming from you and your recipes that is a compliment. Enjoy your day.
My husband is the pecan pie lover in our home, I’ll share this one with him.
If he likes a bit of sweet with his pecans then this is a pie he will love. Enjoy your day.
OH that does sound amazing! I just love pecan pie and I bet that maple adds such a nice touch. Pinned.
The maple just makes the pie a bit sweeter. And since maple is natual, it is WW friendly! Enjoy.
How perfect for fall!!
Thank you Beth. This maple pecan pie is pwerfect for Thanksgiving. EWnjoy!
Wow, this pie looks irresistible; I have pinned to try soon!
I hope you get to try the maple pecan pie. It is a bit different than the classic version. Have a wonderful week!
I cant wait to try this! Thank you for sharing!
I do hope you get a chance to sample this maple pecan pie! I know you will love it. Enjoy!
Ohhhhh this looks so good. Decadent even. I love peacan pie. This looks so good and rich. TFS.
I am so glad you like the Maple Pecan Pie. In my home, once I made this regular Pecan Pie has never been requested again! I hope you get to enjoy it. Be safe!
Marilyn,
This looks amazing! I’ve wanted to try making a pecan pie like this, so perhaps I can give your recipe a try in the not-so-distant future. I do love a good pecan pie. Thanks for sharing. Have a yummitastic day!
Thank you Cathy! I love this pie. Even though it can be a huge calorie count, the maple sugar is actually suggested in Weight Watcher diets! If you do get the chance to try the recipe please come back and let me know. Enjoy!