American pecan pies

Vegetarian
Health score
7%
American pecan pies
65 min.
6
924kcal

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If you're searching for a decadent treat that celebrates classic American flavors, look no further than these delicious pecan pies. Bursting with the richness of golden syrup and the nutty crunch of pecans, this dessert will take you on a journey straight to the heart of the South. Perfectly suited for vegetarians, these pies offer a delightful balance of sweet and savory notes that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

What sets these American pecan pies apart is not just their irresistibly sweet filling, but also the buttery, melt-in-your-mouth crust that cradles them. With easily accessible ingredients and a straightforward preparation process, you can whip up a batch in just 65 minutes, making them an excellent choice for gatherings, holidays, or simply indulging on a cozy evening at home. Each pie is a perfect individual serving that feels like a warm hug — ideal for sharing with friends and family or enjoying solo with a cozy cup of coffee.

Whether you're a longtime lover of this Southern classic or a newcomer eager to explore new dessert horizons, our recipe promises to deliver a delightful experience from start to finish. And for a touch of sophistication, don’t forget the optional iced bourbon cream — the perfect pairing for these sweet little wonders. Get ready to delight in the rich, buttery flavors of homemade American pecan pies!

Ingredients

  • 300 flour plain
  • 150 butter melted
  • 50 caster sugar 
  • 175 pecan halves 
  • large eggs 
  • 85 golden syrup 
  • tsp vanilla essence 
  • tbsp bourbon 
  • 50 butter melted
  • 85 muscovado sugar light
  • 150 ml whipping cream 
  • tbsp golden syrup 

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 190C/fan 170C/gas
  2. Work the flour, butter and sugar together with your hands until well mixed, then press onto the base and up the sides of six 10cm fluted tart tins. Put on a baking tray.
  3. Reserve 36 pecan halves and roughly chop the rest. Beat together the eggs, sugar, syrup, vanilla, bourbon, melted butter and chopped pecans, and spoon into the tart cases. Top each one with 6 pecan halves, then bake for 20-25 mins until golden and set. The filling will rise up as it bakes, but will settle back as it cools. You can make these 2 days ahead and freeze for up to 2 months.
  4. If you fancy a double shot of bourbon, serve the pies warm topped with this iced bourbon cream. Beat the whipping cream with the golden syrup and bourbon until softly stiff, then turn into a rigid container and freeze for up to 1 month.
  5. Serve straight from the container like ice-cream, or leave to soften for up to 15 mins for a softer, creamy version.

Nutrition Facts

Calories924kcal
Protein5.62%
Fat58.88%
Carbs35.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
66.02
Glycemic Load
44.29
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.382608654706%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.13mg
Delphinidin
2.12mg
Catechin
2.11mg
Epigallocatechin
1.64mg
Epicatechin
0.24mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:924kcal
46.2%
Fat:60.8g
93.54%
Saturated Fat:25.84g
161.51%
Carbohydrates:82.5g
27.5%
Net Carbohydrates:78.35g
28.49%
Sugar:41.35g
45.94%
Cholesterol:224.09mg
74.7%
Sodium:273.62mg
11.9%
Alcohol:1.91g
100%
Alcohol %:1.1%
100%
Protein:13.05g
26.11%
Manganese:1.67mg
83.75%
Selenium:29.6µg
42.28%
Vitamin B1:0.61mg
40.36%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.31%
Folate:115.73µg
28.93%
Vitamin A:1399.03IU
27.98%
Copper:0.46mg
22.88%
Phosphorus:224.19mg
22.42%
Iron:3.78mg
21%
Vitamin B3:3.37mg
16.84%
Fiber:4.15g
16.6%
Zinc:2.2mg
14.66%
Magnesium:54.08mg
13.52%
Vitamin E:1.79mg
11.95%
Vitamin B5:1.1mg
11.01%
Calcium:83.1mg
8.31%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.79%
Potassium:271.12mg
7.75%
Vitamin D:1.07µg
7.13%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.56%
Vitamin K:4.41µg
4.2%