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BEST Butterscotch Pecan Pie

Deliciously Rich Best Butterscotch Pecan Pie for Fall Gatherings

This BEST Butterscotch Pecan Pie is a gooey dessert with warm flavors, perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • Pie Crust Homemade or store-bought
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Butterscotch Chips
  • 1/2 cup Corn Syrup Light or dark
  • 3 large Eggs Fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Pecans Chopped or halved, walnuts can be a substitute
Optional Topping
  • Whipped Cream or Ice Cream For serving

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie pan
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Press the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and chill while preparing the filling.
  2. Melt the butter and butterscotch chips in a microwave-safe bowl for about 1.5 minutes, stirring until smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, and vanilla, then mix in the melted butterscotch until smooth.
  4. Fold in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are well coated with the filling.
  5. Pour the filling into the chilled pie crust and bake for 60 to 70 minutes until mostly set with a slight jiggle.
  6. Allow the pie to cool at room temperature for about 2 hours before slicing and serving with whipped cream or ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling the pie crust and allowing the pie to cool before serving enhances flavor and texture.

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