A super flavorful, pecan pie recipe made with brown butter and rum! It’s truly our favorite recipe and perfect for Thanksgiving! The crust is buttery and flaky and pairs perfectly with the brown butter, rum filling. It’s really so delicious and everyone will love it!!

Let’s start this off with my husband’s reaction to the pie, “it’s by far the best pecan pie recipe I’ve ever tasted.” Yup, he really said that and I don’t get that reaction too often. And the men who were helping out with our yard devoured two slices each!

Out of all the pies I’ve made including crusts, fillings, different ingredients and measurements (it goes on and on) I think this one may take the pie. Although our sweet potato pie, pumpkin pie and chocolate chip cookie pie are pretty divine!

The best part is that I think it’s a pretty foolproof recipe. The thick, buttery and extremely flaky crust is my favorite crust recipe so far as well. Browning the butter and adding rum to the pecan filling was probably the smartest thing I’ve ever done in my life… truly, smartest decision ever.

I promise (fingers crossed) you will enjoy it. I’ll be making it for Thanksgiving AND Christmas this year.

How To Make Pecan Pie

Supplies

Mixing Bowl

Pie Dish

Pastry Brush

Rolling Pin

Measuring Cups and Spoons

Whisk and Spatula

Ingredients

• Pie Crust – Homemade or Store Bought
• Butter
• Rum, dark or light
• Brown Sugar
• Light Corn Syrup
• Eggs
• Vanilla Extract
• Salt
• Pecans

Directions

• Make a buttery pie crust and freeze.

• Brown the butter on the stovetop until it turns a golden brown.

• Let it cool a bit and add in the rum.

• In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar and corn syrup.

• Add in the browned butter and rum.

• Then add in the eggs, salt and vanilla and whisk until combined.

• Lastly, add in the chopped pecans and stir.

• Pour the filling into the pie dish.

• Brush egg yolk on the crust of the pie.

• Bake for 20 minutes at 400 degrees.

• Turn the oven to 325 and bake for 50 minutes or until the center of the pie is like a Jello texture.

• During the baking process, you will need to cover the crust with tinfoil so it doesn’t burn.

How to Store Pecan Pie

Plastic wrap or aluminum foil can be used to cover the pie loosely. When covered, pecan pie will last 3-4 days in a refrigerator. It tastes just as good right our of the refrigerator too!

How to Freeze Pecan Pie

In addition, pecan pie can be frozen. Put the pie in a heavy-duty freezer bag or wrap tightly with aluminum foil or plastic freezer wrap to freeze. The pie can freeze up to three months.

A Make-Ahead Pie Crust

If you are pressed for time, give yourself a head-start by making the pie crust before. I like to make the crust and shape it in the pie dish and then freeze the entire thing. Remember, you can make several pie crusts weeks before Thanksgiving and freeze them.

This pie would also be delicious with my shortbread pie crust!

Tips For Making Pecan Pie Recipe

• Freeze your pie crust for 30 mins for the best results.

• Use quality ingredients when baking. Organic butter, pure vanilla, organic eggs, etc.

• Brush a lot of egg yolk on the pie crust before baking.

• During the baking process, take the pie out and wrap foil around the crust so it doesn’t burn. You can also prepare the tinfoil before the pie goes into the oven, by placing portion over the pie, then cutting a hole in the center so that the tinfoil will only lay over the crust.

• The pie filling can be a little gooey, it makes it better!

• Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.

Store Bought Pie Crust

We love making our own pie crust, however if you want to make an easy pecan pie, there is no shame is buying a buttery pre-made curst! The filling will work perfectly in it and you’ll love the flavor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the filling made of in pecan pie?

A pecan pie contains pecan nuts mixed with corn syrup, rum, eggs, butter, and sugar (usually white or brown sugar). Other types of sugar are also used, such as brown sugar, honey, molasses, maple syrup, or cane sugar.

Can I substitute dark Karo syrup for light?

Certainly. Karo Light and Dark corn syrups perform similarly and can generally be used interchangeably in recipes. Although our pecan pie recipe specifies which type to use, personal preferences may play a role in the choice. 

Light corn syrup is usually used in fruit sauces and jams when a  sweet note is needed. The Karo light corn syrup contains real vanilla.

Refiners’ syrup, a type of molasses, is used to make dark corn syrup. Several baked goods benefit from their robust flavor and color.

How can you tell if your pecan pie is done?

Shake the pan or tart tray after you take the pie out of the oven. It should jiggle a little in the middle, but appear stable. 

When the pie filling shakes horizontally, it is not yet done.

Will pecan pie thicken as it cools?

When your pecan pie is ready, remove it from the oven and place it on a wire cooling rack. During the cooling process, the filling continues to cook and thicken. 

Let your pie cool for a minimum of two hours so that it can fully set. It it’s still not set it needs more time, maybe even overnight in the refrigerator.

Do pecans rise to the top of the pie?

Yes. Due to the unbaked filling, the pecans rise to the top of the pie, making it look attractive. 

The liquid filling in pecan pies is usually baked in pastry crusts that enclose the filling before it sets.

Is Pecan Pie better warm or cold?

Pecan pie is best served cooled down to room temperature or even straight from the fridge.

How long will it last?

Bourbon pecan pie can be refrigerated uncovered for up to 4-6 hours. Storing your pie in the freezer will keep it fresh and maintain its quality.

Should I Prebake my pie crust for pecan pie?

This is totally up to you! But if you want the crust to keep the exact shape and cool all the way through, then yes, you can prebake the crust for approximately 10 minutes. You have to use pie weights to properly blind bake.

Fill the crust with pie weights or dried beans and line it with foil or parchment paper. You should nestle some pie weights (or beans) against the sides of the pan to prevent the crust from collapsing.

Does rum pecan pie taste like alcohol?

As the alcohol evaporates, you’re left with a rich dessert that’s sweet with a hint of vanilla.

Serve….in Jars!

Serving it in individual Ball jars makes it easy to serve and prepare before anyone arrives!

Check Out These Other Delicious Pie Recipes

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