Looking for the Best Pecan Pie Recipe? You've Found It | America's Test Kitchen

Looking for the Best Pecan Pie Recipe? You've Found It | America's Test Kitchen

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Here's how to make a pecan pie that actually tastes like pecans. Our pie sports a crisp crust (no sogginess in sight) & a smooth, not-too-sweet filling.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup (6 1/4 ounces/177 grams) unbleached all-purpose flour , plus more for dusting work surface
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon table salt
  • 3 tablespoons chilled solid vegetable shortening
  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) cold unsalted butter , cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 4 - 5 tablespoons ice water
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup (7 ounces/198 grams) packed dark brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups whole pecans (8 ounces/227 grams), toasted and chopped into small pieces

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