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Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Topping

Indulgent Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Topping You’ll Adore

This Easy Vegetarian Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Topping is an effortless way to enjoy cozy fall flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Substitute with fresh roasted pumpkin if preferred.
  • 3 large Eggs Whisk until well combined.
  • cup Sugar Brown sugar can be used for deeper flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Use homemade blend for a personal touch.
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Pecan Topping
  • cup Light Corn Syrup Alternatives include honey or maple syrup.
  • 3 tablespoons Melted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Pecan Halves Can be swapped out for walnuts.
For the Crust

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Oven
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, one egg, ⅔ cup sugar, and ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, combine two beaten eggs, ⅓ cup light corn syrup, ½ cup sugar, melted butter, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract and whisk until incorporated. Gently fold in 1 cup of pecan halves.
  4. Pour in the smooth pumpkin filling into the prepared pie crust. Layer the pecan mixture on top.
  5. Bake for approximately 50 minutes until the filling is set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for about 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh pumpkin puree for richer flavor; cooling the pie is crucial for easy slicing.

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