I Made the Pioneer Woman's Pecan Pie Recipe—and It's Heavenly Pecan Perfection In Every Bite (Bookmark This!) (2024)

FAQs

What is a substitute for Karo syrup in pecan pie? ›

This pecan pie recipe is thickened and sweetened with pure maple syrup instead of corn syrup. No weird ingredients in this pecan pie! The filling gets poured into a homemade pie crust that is buttery and flaky. And the best part about this homemade pecan pie without corn syrup is you can make the day before!

A hard pecan pie means it was cooked too long. Again, bake the pie just until the filling is set and registers 200 degrees on an instant read thermometer. You can also try covering the top of the pie with a piece of aluminum foil for the last 10-15 minutes of the baking time and/or baking the pie on a lower rack.

To prevent pie crust from burning apply a pie crust cover or loosely wrap crust in foil. Return pie to oven for an additional 20 minutes. To prevent pecans from burning place a square of foil with steam holes cut. Return pie to oven for an additional 15 minutes.

Light and dark corn syrup can be used interchangeably in almost every instance, with slight flavor variances. In a pecan pie, for example, light corn syrup will contribute sweetness and a hint of vanilla, but that's about it. Dark corn syrup, in addition to sweetness, will add color and a more robust, toasty flavor.

A pecan pie is essentially a custard pie, and a liquid center is almost always the result of underbaking. The Karo Classic Pecan Pie recipe calls for baking the pie for 60 to 70 minutes at 350 degrees. In some ovens, however, the pie can take 75 minutes or more.

Take a tasty Compliments Pecan Pie to a whole new dimension by topping with a thin, smooth layer of homemade dark chocolate ganache. We up the ante by garnishing with mini pretzels, toasted pecans, and sea salt for a savoury textural crunch to offset the sweet filling.

Here's the thing to remember: If you're filling hasn't set, it means the bottom of the pie crust isn't fully cooked, either. You can prevent the outer crust from further darkening (or even burning) by covering it with aluminum foil or -- more attractively -- with what's known as a pie ring or shield.

To store a freshly baked pecan pie, remove it from the oven and let it cool for up to two hours.

And on that note…by pricking the crust all over with a fork, not only do you prevent it from puffing up into unsightly deformities, you also allow tiny holes for some of the filling to seep underneath which — hear me out! — transforms the crust into this buttery toffee-like deliciousness. Third, the toasted pecans.

Should pecan pie be jiggly after baking? ›

You will know your pecan pie is done cooking when you can gently shake the pie dish and see that the center of the pie is not overly jiggly and the outer edges are set. If the pie jiggles a lot when you gently shake the pan, continue cooking it until the center is a little more set.

Choose the Right Rack in the Oven

Which rack you use in the oven can help ensure a crisp crust. Baking the pie on a lower rack will concentrate heat on the bottom of the pie and help the crust crisp.

Your pie's filling leaks because of the cracks in the crust, also resulting in a burnt pecan pie. Moreover, if you are using a ready-made crust, then it might come with holes in it. Whether you have made your own crust or purchased one, here are some methods that can save your dessert.

Cook pecan pie too much and it'll crack and be dry. Underbake it and it will be watery and runny. You want to cook pecan pie to an internal temperature of 200°F. Use a digital thermometer to make this easy.

Molasses. The consistency of molasses is very similar to corn syrup and can be used with a 1:1 ratio as an alternative in baked goods.

The clear Karo corn syrup has been called "light" since the 1940s, before "light" became a popular description for reduced-calorie products. The term "light" in this case refers to the color, and not the number of calories. Many consumers refer to light corn syrup as "white" corn syrup.

Karo^® Pancake Syrup contains maple syrup flavor, but will perform similarly in recipes and may be substituted in baked goods. Go with your own taste preferences for when to substitute. Karo^® Light Corn Syrup is used when a delicately sweet flavor and color are desired, such as in fruit sauces, jams and baked goods.