Kentucky Pie
A delightful Southern dessert wrapped in sweetness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Pie
- 1 pre-made pie crust 1 unbaked pie crust Store-bought is acceptable.
- 1 cup 1 cup of sugar Adjust to taste for sweetness.
- 1 cup 1 cup of corn syrup
- 3 large 3 large eggs
- 0.5 cup ½ cup of melted butter
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup 1 cup of chopped pecans Can substitute walnuts.
- 1 pinch A pinch of salt To balance the sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, corn syrup, and melted butter until smooth.
- Add in the eggs, one at a time, along with the vanilla extract and pinch of salt. Whisk until everything is just combined.
- Toss in the chopped pecans and stir well.
Baking
- Carefully pour the mixture into your pie crust.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. If the edges start getting too brown, cover them with foil.
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
Notes
If the crust shrinks during baking, let the dough rest in the fridge for 30 minutes before rolling it out. For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free pie crust.