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Pecan Cream Pie

A creamy, nutty dessert with a buttery crust, velvety filling, and toasted pecans. Perfect for holidays and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pre-baked pie crust
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • - Whisk
  • - Baking sheet
  • - Spatula
  • Pie dish

Method
 

  1. Prepare and cool a pre-baked pie crust.
  2. Toast pecans at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.
  3. Cook cream, milk, sugar, cornstarch, yolks, and salt until thickened.
  4. Stir in butter and vanilla.
  5. Spread pecans into crust, pour filling over.
  6. Chill at least 4 hours. Slice and serve.

Notes

Add bourbon or rum for extra flavor.
Use different nuts if desired.
Garnish with whipped cream or caramel drizzle.