Description
This classic pecan pie recipe brings a perfect balance of rich, caramel-like sweetness and crunchy, buttery pecans using simple, plant-based ingredients. Effortless to prepare and versatile for any occasion, it delivers authentic, irresistible flavor with a flaky crust and luscious filling that everyone will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup plant-based butter (cold)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Filling
- 1 1/2 cups whole or chopped pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (natural)
- 1/4 cup plant-based butter (melted)
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 3 large eggs or plant-based egg substitute
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 to 2 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Mix all-purpose flour with cold plant-based butter and a pinch of salt until the dough comes together smoothly. Press the dough evenly into a pie dish and chill for about 20 minutes to ensure a crisp, flaky base.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, pure maple syrup (natural), eggs or egg substitute, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), vanilla extract (natural), melted plant-based butter, and natural gelling agent. Stir in the pecans evenly to coat them thoroughly with the sweet mixture.
- Assemble and Bake: Pour the filling into the chilled pie crust, spreading pecans evenly across the top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely to room temperature before slicing. This helps the filling firm up for clean, neat slices every time.
Notes
- Use fresh pecans for the best flavor and crunch.
- Chill the crust well before baking to ensure a flaky and crisp texture.
- Watch the pie toward the end of baking to prevent overcooking and a dry filling.
- Let the pie cool fully for the filling to set perfectly and allow clean slicing.
- Adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of sugar to suit your preference.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pecan pie, plant-based dessert, vegan pecan pie, classic pecan pie, easy pecan pie recipe, gluten-free option, nutty pie
