Description
A rich and nutty pecan pie featuring a buttery cinnamon streusel topping for added texture and warmth. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy autumn desserts.
Ingredients
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- 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust
- 2 cups pecans, chopped
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F (175C).
- Prick the bottom of the pie crust with a fork and bake for 8-10 minutes to blind bake, then remove from the oven.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the chopped pecans until they are evenly distributed throughout the filling.
- Pour the pecan mixture into the pre-baked pie crust.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Cut in the cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture forms coarse crumbs.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon streusel evenly over the top of the pecan filling.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the topping is golden brown.
- Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American