Pudding Pecan Pie
This easy pecan pie uses vanilla pudding mix to create a shortcut creamy custard filling. It's a simple and quick alternative to the traditional version, delivering a rich, nutty flavor with minimal effort.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 3 hr 50 min
- Serves
- 6
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 538 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs, gluten, milk, nuts, and tree nuts. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 92 ginstant vanilla pudding mix
- 240 mldark corn syrup
- 180 mlevaporated milk
- 1 pcslarge egg, lightly beaten
- 120 gpecan, chopped
- 1 pcspie crust, unbaked, 20cm (8-inch (20.3 cm))
Equipment
large bowl · spatula · wire rack · whisk · oven
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Position a rack in the center of the oven for even baking.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the instant vanilla pudding mix and dark corn syrup until no lumps remain.
About 2 min
- 3
Gradually pour in the evaporated milk while whisking continuously until the mixture is smooth.
About 1 min
- 4
Add the lightly beaten egg and whisk until just combined.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Avoid overmixing after adding the egg to keep the texture tender.
- 5
Gently fold in the chopped pecans with a spatula.
About 1 min
- 6
Pour the filling evenly into the unbaked pie crust.
- 7
Bake for 40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is firm and just beginning to show small cracks.
About 40 min
Cook’s note: If the crust edges brown too quickly, you can cover them with aluminum foil.
- 8
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack for at least 3 hours before slicing and serving.
About 3 hr
Cook’s note: Cooling is crucial for the filling to set properly, so don't rush this step.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 537.7kcal
- Protein
- 6.8g
- Carbs
- 80.7g
- Fat
- 22.6g
- Fibre
- 2.7g
- Sugar
- 69.1g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover pie covered in the refrigerator.
Best served chilled or at room temperature.
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