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Buttermilk Pecan Pie

This classic Southern dessert features a rich buttermilk filling combined with crunchy pecans, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pie Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold and cubed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup ice water
For the Filling
  • 3 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup pecans chopped

Method
 

Prepare the Pie Crust
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and cubed butter. Mix until crumbly.
  2. Gradually add ice water, mixing until a dough forms. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Bake the Pie Crust
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan.
  3. Prick the bottom with a fork and bake for 10 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  2. Stir in the chopped pecans until well combined.
Assemble the Pie
  1. Pour the buttermilk filling into the pre-baked pie crust, spreading evenly.
Bake the Pie
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until the filling is set and slightly puffed.
  2. Remove from the oven and allow to cool at room temperature for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 210mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g

Notes

For best results, allow the pie to chill in the refrigerator before serving. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

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