Best 3 Date Pecan Pie Recipes

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Date pecan pie is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich, buttery filling and crunchy pecan topping, it is sure to please everyone at your table. It originated in the southern United States, but has since become a popular dish all over the world. There are many different variations of date pecan pie, but the basic ingredients are always the same: dates, pecans, butter, sugar, eggs, and flour. The pie can be baked in a regular pie crust or a graham cracker crust. No matter how you choose to make it, date pecan pie is sure to be a hit! So preheat your oven and get ready to bake the perfect date pecan pie.

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DATE PECAN PIE



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At our house, we call this "oh-so-good pie." It's rather like a traditional Southern pecan pie without being overly sweet.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches)
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 cup sugar
2-1/2 teaspoons vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup finely chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. Line pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Remove foil; bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack., In a small saucepan, melt butter. Remove from the heat; whisk in the sugar, vinegar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Stir in the eggs, dates and pecans. Pour into crust. , Bake at 375° for 35-40 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack. Serve with whipped cream. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts :

APPLE, DATE, AND PECAN PIE



Apple, Date, and Pecan Pie image

Make and share this Apple, Date, and Pecan Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Pie

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 refrigerated prepared 9-inch pie crust
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3 medium granny smith apples, peeled,quartered,cored and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces (3 cups)
2/3 cup pitted dates, snipped into small pieces (3 1/2 ounces)
2/3 cup pecans, about half coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to the lowest position and heat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and blend the yolks and whites.
  • Brush about 1 teaspoon of the beaten egg over the rim of the pie crust dough.
  • Add the vanilla, brown sugar, flour, baking powder to the eggs.
  • Stir until well blended.
  • Stir in apples, dates and pecans.
  • Spread the mixture into the pie shell.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until lightly browned and a toothpick or cake tester inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Cool the pie on a wire rack.
  • Serve at room temperature.

DATE-PECAN PIE BARS



Date-Pecan Pie Bars image

I found this recipe many years ago in a magazine. The original called for walnuts, but I tweaked it to use our abundant Texas pecans. I make these for Christmas and other times throughout the year. -Lillian Greenslade, Fort Worth, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
FILLING:
2 large eggs
1/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 package (8 ounces) pitted dates, chopped
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Confectioners' sugar, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix flour and sugar; cut in butter until crumbly. Press onto bottom of a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake until lightly browned, 15-20 minutes., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, beat first six filling ingredients until just combined. Stir in flour and baking powder. Stir in dates and pecans. Pour over crust., Bake until filling is set, 20-25 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar. Cut into bars. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 102mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pie. Look for fresh, ripe dates and pecans, and use a good quality butter and sugar.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough. Just mix until the ingredients are combined.
  • Blind bake the pie crust. This will help to prevent the crust from becoming soggy. To blind bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the pie crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.
  • Use a variety of dates. There are many different varieties of dates available, each with its own unique flavor. Try using a combination of different dates to create a complex and interesting flavor profile.
  • Don't overcook the filling. The filling should be thick and bubbly, but not overdone. Overcooked filling will be tough and chewy.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and the pie to set.

Conclusion:

Date pecan pie is a delicious and classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and nutty flavor, it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just for a weeknight treat, this pie is sure to please.

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