Pecan Meringue Pie Recipe 🥧
Overview:
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 1 pie
Description:
This Pecan Meringue Pie is a crowd-pleaser, beloved by all, even those who typically shy away from pecan pies. Its irresistible combination of crunchy pecans, fluffy meringue, and sweet filling makes it a standout dessert for any occasion. It’s so delicious that every time you bring it to a dinner or church gathering, someone will undoubtedly request the recipe!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup ground pecans
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pie shell
- Meringue (according to your favorite meringue recipe)
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 433.8
- Fat: 22.4g
- Saturated Fat: 6.2g
- Cholesterol: 76.6mg
- Sodium: 208.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 53.9g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Sugar: 33.8g
- Protein: 5.8g
Instructions:
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Filling: In a saucepan, combine the sugar and flour. Gradually add the milk, mixing well. Beat the egg yolks and add them to the mixture. Stir in the butter and ground pecans.
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Cook Filling: Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. This typically takes about 10 minutes. Once thickened, remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
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Assemble Pie: Pour the cooked filling into the pie shell, spreading it evenly.
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Prepare Meringue: Whip up your favorite meringue recipe. Spread the meringue over the filling, making sure to cover the entire surface and sealing the edges.
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Bake: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
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Serve: Allow the pie to cool before slicing and serving. Enjoy the heavenly combination of crunchy pecans, creamy filling, and fluffy meringue!
Tips:
- To achieve a beautifully golden brown meringue, make sure your oven is fully preheated before baking.
- For added flavor, you can toast the pecans lightly before grinding them.
- Serve the pie slightly warm or at room temperature for the best texture and taste.
Keywords:
Dessert, Fruit, Nuts, Less than 60 Minutes, Oven
This Pecan Meringue Pie recipe is sure to become a staple in your dessert repertoire, delighting friends and family with its irresistible flavor and texture. Give it a try and watch as it disappears in no time!
