Maple Pecan Pie in Wheat-Flavored Crust

Health score
3%
Maple Pecan Pie in Wheat-Flavored Crust
45 min.
8
525kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with a delectable twist on a classic dessert: Maple Pecan Pie in a Wheat-Flavored Crust. This recipe captures the essence of fall with its rich, nutty flavors and sweet maple goodness. Perfect for family gatherings, holiday celebrations, or a special night in, this pie brings warmth and comfort to any table. With each bite, you'll experience the harmonious blend of crunchy pecans nestled in a velvety filling, complemented by the delightful crunch of a homemade wheat-flavored crust.

Not only is this pie a feast for the senses, but it’s also surprisingly quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. Ideal for both seasoned bakers and novice cooks, this recipe provides a simple step-by-step process that guarantees a stunning result. The combination of light corn syrup and pure maple syrup gives a unique depth of flavor, while the buttery crust adds a satisfying texture to each slice.

With only 525 calories per serving, you can savor this sweet treat without the guilt. Whether you're enjoying it at a festive gathering or as a cozy weekend dessert, the Maple Pecan Pie is sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a scrumptious masterpiece that will have everyone raving about your baking prowess!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup plus light
  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • 0.8 cup maple syrup pure
  • 1.5 cups pecans 
  • servings pie crust dough 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted ()
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • measuring cup
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Stir syrup, brown sugar, corn syrup and butter in medium saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves and butter melts. Increase heat and boil 1 minute. Cool to lukewarm, about 45 minutes.
  2. Position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 350°F.
  3. Roll out crust dough on lightly floured surface to 13-inch round.
  4. Transfer to 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Trim dough overhang to 1 inch. Fold edge under, forming high-standing rim; crimp decoratively. Freeze crust until firm, about 20 minutes.
  5. Whisk eggs, vanilla and salt in 4-cup measuring cup to blend. Gradually whisk maple syrup mixture into egg mixture. Stir in pecan halves.
  6. Pour filling into crust.
  7. Bake pie until filling is slightly puffed around edges and center is set, about 55 minutes. Cool pie completely on rack. (Can be prepared 8 hours ahead.
  8. Let stand at room temperature.)
  9. Cut pie into wedges and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories525kcal
Protein4.04%
Fat44.11%
Carbs51.85%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.19
Glycemic Load
10.61
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
11.140869617462%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.99mg
Delphinidin
1.35mg
Catechin
1.34mg
Epigallocatechin
1.05mg
Epicatechin
0.15mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:524.69kcal
26.23%
Fat:26.48g
40.75%
Saturated Fat:7.11g
44.45%
Carbohydrates:70.06g
23.35%
Net Carbohydrates:67.74g
24.63%
Sugar:55.34g
61.48%
Cholesterol:85mg
28.33%
Sodium:208.74mg
9.08%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.16%
100%
Protein:5.46g
10.92%
Manganese:1.64mg
82.18%
Vitamin B2:0.53mg
31.31%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.76%
Copper:0.26mg
13.17%
Selenium:8.14µg
11.63%
Phosphorus:106.4mg
10.64%
Zinc:1.5mg
9.98%
Fiber:2.31g
9.25%
Magnesium:36.51mg
9.13%
Iron:1.53mg
8.51%
Calcium:82.13mg
8.21%
Folate:28.19µg
7.05%
Potassium:220.62mg
6.3%
Vitamin A:289.13IU
5.78%
Vitamin B5:0.57mg
5.69%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.79%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.51%
Vitamin B3:0.86mg
4.29%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.21%
Vitamin B12:0.18µg
2.98%
Vitamin K:2.75µg
2.62%
Source:Epicurious