Pecan Slab Pie
Indulge in the rich flavors of Pecan Slab Pie, a delightful twist on the classic dessert. With a buttery, flaky crust and a gooey filling packed with crunchy pecans, this pie is perfect for any gathering. Whether it’s a festive holiday or a cozy weeknight, this showstopper will have everyone asking for seconds. Easy to make and endlessly adaptable, it’s your new go-to dessert that promises to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups pecans, chopped (toasted if preferred)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp ice water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour and sugar; cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until dough forms.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle about ¼ inch thick and fit into a greased baking dish; trim edges.
- Prick bottom with a fork and bake for 20 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth; fold in pecans.
- Pour filling over the baked crust and bake for an additional 30-35 minutes until set.
- Allow cooling before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Toasting pecans enhances their flavor; do this while the crust bakes. Experiment with different nuts like walnuts or add chocolate chips for variation. Serve warm or chilled; both options are delicious!