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The Best Mary Berry’s Pecan Pie

Pecan pie is a classic dessert that is sure to please everyone at your next gathering. This delicious and decadent pie is made with pecans, eggs, sugar, butter, and spices. It is typically baked in a single pie crust and served with whipped cream or ice cream.

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Where did Pecan Pie come from?

Pecan pie is a Southern American dessert pie made with pecans, eggs, sugar, butter, and corn syrup. It is typically baked in a single pie crust and served with whipped cream or ice cream.

The exact origin of pecan pie is unknown, but it is believed to have originated in the Southern United States. Pecans are native to North America, and the first pecan pie recipes appeared in cookbooks in the 1870s and 1880s.

Pecan pie quickly became a popular dessert in the South, and it is now a staple of Southern cuisine. It is often served on holidays and special occasions, such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.

Pecan pie is a delicious and decadent dessert that is sure to please everyone at your next gathering.

Ingredients

  • 150 g Pecan Nut Halves
  • 30 g Unsalted Butter
  • 60 g Light Brown Sugar
  • 30 g Caster Sugar
  • 125 ml Golden syrup
  • 3 tbsp Brandy
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tbsp Single Cream
  • ¼ tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp Nutmeg
  • 1 Egg (Beaten)
  • 2 Egg Yolks

Pastry for Pecan Pie

  • 175 g Plain Flour
  • 90 g Chilled Butter (Cubed)
  • 2 tbsp Cold Water
  • 1 Egg White (Beaten)

How to make pecan pie

  • Put the flour in a bowl, add the butter, and rub it in with the fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. You can also use a mixer with a paddle attachment to do this. Add enough water to make a soft dough. Leave to chill for 30 minutes in the fridge or 15 minutes in the freezer.
  • Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface and place it in the flan tin. Bake blind in a preheated oven at 180℃/160℃fan/Gas 4. for 10 minutes.
  • Light brush the pastry with egg white, and return to the oven for 1-2 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside. Leave the oven on.
  • Spread the pecan nuts on a baking tray, and roast in the oven turning halfway for 10 – 15 minutes. Reserve a few pecan halves and coarsely chop the rest.
  • Put the butter in a saucepan and cook over a gentle heat until it turns brown. Add the sugars and golden syrup, and heat gently until dissolved. Add the brandy and bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, cream, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Whisk together the egg and egg yolks. Whisk a little hot syrup, little by little, then add the remainder. Leave to cool.
  • Arrange the chopped pecan nuts and pecan halves in the pastry shell. Pour the mixture over them. Bake in the oven for about 40 minutes until golden brown and set. Leave to cool before serving.
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Serving Suggestions

Pecan pie is a delicious and decadent dessert that is often served with whipped cream or ice cream. It can also be served with a variety of other accompaniments, such as:

  • Coffee or tea
  • A dollop of vanilla ice cream
  • A scoop of chocolate ice cream
  • A dollop of whipped cream
  • A drizzle of caramel sauce
  • A sprinkle of powdered sugar
  • A slice of fresh fruit

Pecan pie is a versatile dessert that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Experiment with different accompaniments to find your favourite way to enjoy this classic Southern treat. If don’t want to make a big pie make some mini pecan pies using 4-inch tart tins.

How to store pecan pie

Here are the steps on how to store pecan pie:

  1. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before wrapping it.
  2. Once the pie is cool, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminium foil.
  3. Store the wrapped pie in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  4. To serve, let the pie sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

If you want to freeze the pie, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or aluminium foil and then place it in a freezer-safe bag or container. The pie can be frozen for up to 3 months. To thaw, place the frozen pie in the refrigerator overnight.

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Mary Berry’s Pecan Pie

Rachel
A lovely, sweet nutty pie that pairs well with ice-cream.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
chill time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, British
Servings 8
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 150 g Pecan Nut Halves
  • 30 g Unsalted Butter
  • 60 g Light Brown Sugar
  • 30 g Caster Sugar
  • 125 ml Golden syrup
  • 3 tbsp Brandy
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 2 tbsp Single Cream
  • ¼ tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp Nutmeg
  • 1 Egg (Beaten)
  • 2 Egg Yolks

Pastry for Pecan Pie

  • 175 g Plain Flour
  • 90 g Chilled Butter (Cubed)
  • 2 tbsp Cold Water
  • 1 Egg White (Beaten)

Instructions
 

Pastry

  • Put the flour in a bowl, add the butter, and rub it in with the fingertips until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. You can also use a mixer with paddle attachment to do this. Add enough water to make a soft dough. Leave to chill for 30 minutes in the fridge or 15 minutes in the freezer.
  • Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface and place it in the flan tin. Bake blind in a preheated oven at 180℃/160℃fan/Gas 4. for 10 minutes.
  • Light brush the pastry with egg white, and return to the oven for 1-2 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside. Leave the oven on.
  • Spread the pecan nuts on a baking tray, and roast in the oven turning halfway for 10 – 15 minutes. Reserve a few pecan halves and coarsely chop the rest.
  • Put the butter in a saucepan and cook over gentle heat until it turns brown. Add the sugars and golden syrup, and heat gently until dissolved. Add the brandy and bring to a boil and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, cream, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Whisk to gether the egg and egg yolks. Whisk a little hot syrip, little by little, then add the remainder. Leave to cool.
  • Arrange the chopped pecan nuts and pecan halves in the pastry shell. Pour the mixture over them. Bake in the oven for about 40 minutes until golden brown and set. Leave to cool before serving.
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Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 6gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 87mgPotassium: 131mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 519IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 2mg
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