Indulge in the rich flavor of brandy-infused pecan pie with this easy-to-follow recipe. The combination of buttery pie crust, sweet pecans, and a hint of brandy creates a decadent dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked pie crust
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp edges as desired.
- Spread pecan halves evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
- In a mixing bowl, combine beaten eggs, corn syrup, sugar, brandy, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well.
- Pour mixture over pecans in pie crust.
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until center is set.
- Allow pie to cool before serving. Enjoy with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Interesting Facts
Pecans are a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
Brandy adds a rich flavor and depth to traditional pecan pie recipes.