Ann Landers Pecan Pie
Servings: 8
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and diced
- 3-4 tablespoons ice water
For the Filling
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup dark corn syrup
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Crust
- Combine the flour and salt, in a mixing bowl.
- Add the cold, diced butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
- Form the dough into a disk shape, then cover it with plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes.
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Roll Out the Crust
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit your pie dish.
- Carefully transfer the crust to the pie dish and trim any excess dough.
Prepare the Filling
- In a saucepan, melt the butter and mix in the sugar and corn syrup.
- Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil, then remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and slowly pour in the hot sugar mixture, whisking continuously.
- Stir in the pecans and vanilla.
Bake the Pie
- Pour the filling into the pie crust.
- Cover the edges of the pie with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly puffed.
Cool and Serve
- Allow the pie to cool completely before serving.
- Slice and enjoy your homemade Ann Landers Pecan Pie!