Best of the South Pecan Pie

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-30 · Updated 2026-03-30

A silky smooth pie filled with a rich bourbon-infused pecan filling, baked to golden perfection and topped with a caramel drizzle. This Southern-inspired recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, layers pecans, granulated sugar, light brown sugar into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups chopped pecans
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup corn syrup
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup caramel sauce

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch pie crust and set aside.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 1/4 cup flour, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add 1/2 cup melted butter and 1/2 cup corn syrup, mixing until crumbly.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 cups chopped pecans and 1 tbsp vanilla extract. Mix in 2 large eggs until well combined.
4. Step 4: Pour the pecan mixture into the prepared pie crust. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
5. Step 5: Let cool to room temperature, then drizzle with 1/2 cup caramel sauce before serving. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.