Name: Maple Syrup Pecan Pie
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h 5 min
Total time: 1 h 35 min
Yield: 8 Servings
Cuisine: American

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Maple Syrup Pecan Pie

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400℉.

In a large bowl, combine cinnamon, brown sugar, and white sugar. Then, mix in the maple syrup, vanilla, and beaten eggs. Set aside.

Melt the butter in a small pot on medium-low heat. Stir the flour in and whisk for 30 seconds. Combine the mixture with the ingredients in the large bowl.

Spread pecans evenly onto the bottom of pie crust. Pour the filling into the pie crust. Add any remaining pecans on top.

Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes. Then, reduce the heat to 350℉. and continue baking for 55 minutes.

Remove from oven and allow to cool before serving.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toast Your Pecans First 🥜
Lightly toast pecans at 350°F for 8-10 minutes before adding to the filling to intensify their nutty flavor and create a deeper, more complex taste that complements the maple syrup perfectly.
Chill Your Pie Crust Thoroughly ❄️
Keep your pie crust cold until the moment you pour in the filling to prevent it from shrinking during baking and ensure a crisp, flaky texture that won't become soggy.
Use Pure Maple Syrup Grade A 🍁
Invest in genuine Grade A maple syrup (amber or dark varieties work best) rather than pancake syrup, as it delivers authentic, rich maple flavor that makes this twist on traditional pecan pie truly special.
Bake at Lower Temperature Longer 🕐
Start at 375°F for 15 minutes, then reduce to 325°F for the remaining 35-40 minutes to prevent the filling from puffing and cracking while allowing the center to set creamily.
Create a Foil Shield for Even Browning 🛡️
Tent the pie crust edges loosely with foil after the first 20 minutes of baking to prevent over-browning while the filling continues to cook evenly and the pecans stay golden.