Brown Sugar Pecan Pie Recipe with Butter Pastry

Name: Brown Sugar Pecan Pie Recipe with Butter Pastry
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 230 min
Yield: 8 slices
Cuisine: American inspired
Ingredients: 155 g all-purpose flour for crust; 0.5 tsp salt for crust; 0.5 tsp sugar for crust; 115 g cold butter for crust; 3 tbsp ice water; 3 whole eggs for filling; 200 g brown sugar; 115 g butter, melted for filling; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 0.25 tsp salt for filling; 170 g pecans, roughly chopped

A flaky butter crust holds a rich filling of chopped pecans, brown sugar and eggs.

By Savva LoginovUpdated October 2, 2026

Total 3 hr 50 minMakes 8 slices

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A flaky butter crust holds a rich filling of chopped pecans, brown sugar and eggs. Chill the dough before rolling so the butter stays in small pieces, then bake until the edges are set and the center has only a small wobble. Because this version has no corn syrup, its filling is more buttery and less gel-like than some American pecan pies. Rub cold butter into flour, crust sugar and salt until pea-size pieces remain; add ice water just until dough holds, form a disk and chill 30 minutes. Heat oven to 180°C (350°F); roll pastry into a 23 cm pie plate and crimp the rim; chill while mixing filling.

Brown Sugar Pecan Pie Recipe with Butter Pastry

How to tell when it is ready

Cool completely for at least 2 hours before slicing, so egg filling firms up.

Tips

Rub cold butter into flour, crust sugar and salt until pea-size pieces remain.
Heat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Whisk eggs, brown sugar, cooled melted butter, vanilla and filling salt until smooth.
Pour into unbaked crust and bake 45 to 55 minutes until edge is set and center only slightly wobbles.

Troubleshooting

If pastry edge darkens, shield it loosely with foil.
If middle flows, bake longer until only a slight wobble remains.

Substitutions

Use dark brown sugar for deeper molasses flavour.
Use the same weight of plain chopped pecans rather than halves.

Variations

Toast pecans lightly for more aroma.
Add a pinch of cinnamon to filling.

Serving suggestions

Serve in thin wedges.
Add a spoon of unsweetened cream.
Pair with strong coffee.
Serve slightly warmed after chilling.

Make ahead

Prepare the measured ingredients in advance. Refrigerate covered up to 3 days and serve chilled or warmed briefly.

Storage

Refrigerate covered up to 3 days and serve chilled or warmed briefly.

Food safety

Bake the egg filling until set at edges, then cool and refrigerate leftovers.

Frequently asked questions

How do I know brown sugar pecan pie is ready?

Cool completely for at least 2 hours before slicing, so egg filling firms up.

How should I store brown sugar pecan pie?

Refrigerate covered up to 3 days and serve chilled or warmed briefly.

Serve in thin wedges. Refrigerate covered up to 3 days and serve chilled or warmed briefly.

About the author

Savva Loginov

Savva Loginov writes about traditional Ukrainian cooking, including regional dishes, heritage baking and the customs behind familiar recipes. His English guides explain each dish’s context alongside clear, practical cooking instructions.

Brown Sugar Pecan Pie Recipe with Butter Pastry