Best 9 Decadent Caramel Pecan Pie Recipes

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Welcome to the delightful world of caramel pecan pie, a dessert that embodies richness, decadence, and a burst of nutty caramel flavor with every bite. This classic treat combines a luscious filling made with creamy caramel and crunchy pecan halves, all nestled in a flaky, buttery crust. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, we invite you to embark on a delectable adventure as we explore the secrets behind creating the ultimate caramel pecan pie. From selecting the perfect ingredients to mastering the art of blind baking the crust and achieving the perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness in the filling, we'll guide you through each step, ensuring your pie turns out as an irresistible masterpiece that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's dive into the world of caramel pecan pie, where every slice is a celebration of culinary bliss.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CARAMEL PECAN PIE



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Buttery, nutty, and a touch of caramel, this is a very yummy pie! Full of flavor! Serve hot or cold, with a good size dollop of whipped topping or vanilla ice cream.

Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pecan Pie Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
36 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped
¼ cup butter
¼ cup milk
¾ cup white sugar
3 eggs
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.) In a saucepan over low heat, combine caramels, butter and milk. Cook, stirring frequently, until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine sugar, eggs, vanilla and salt. Gradually mix in the melted caramel mixture. Stir in pecans. Pour filling into unbaked pie crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown. Allow to cool until filling is firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535.5 calories, Carbohydrate 66.4 g, Cholesterol 88.8 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 371.2 mg, Sugar 49.6 g

DECADENT CARAMEL PECAN PIE



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Of all my pecan pie recipes, this is the most decadent. It oozes goodness. Even my two young sons, both hockey players, eat it slowly to enjoy every bite.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup cold butter, cubed
1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk
2 egg yolks
FILLING:
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter
1/3 cup maple syrup
3 eggs
2 egg whites
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups ground pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine milk and egg yolks; stir into crumb mixture until dough forms a ball. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of an ungreased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate; flute edges. Cover and refrigerate., In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, butter and syrup; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat. , In a large bowl, beat the eggs, egg whites and vanilla. Gradually add hot syrup mixture. Stir in pecans. Pour into pastry shell. , Cover edges loosely with foil. Bake 35-40 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 797 calories, Fat 52g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 206mg cholesterol, Sodium 398mg sodium, Carbohydrate 78g carbohydrate (54g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

TOASTED COCONUT, PECAN, AND CARAMEL PIE



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Very rich tasting pie that is easy to prepare. Everyone loves this pie.

Provided by Patrice

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pecan Pie Recipes

Time 1h40m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (9 inch) pie shells, baked
¼ cup butter
1 (8 ounce) package flaked coconut
½ cup chopped pecans
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 (12 ounce) jar caramel ice cream topping

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, melt butter or margarine over medium heat. Add coconut and pecans. Toss well, and saute until coconut is lightly browned. Set aside to cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Add condensed milk and mix until smooth. Fold in whipped topping. Spread 1/4 of cream cheese mixture into each pastry shell. Sprinkle 1/4 of coconut mixture over each pie. Drizzle 1/2 of caramel topping over each coconut layer. Follow with remaining cream cheese mixture, then remaining coconut mixture.
  • Pies may be served chilled or frozen.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.2 calories, Carbohydrate 50.9 g, Cholesterol 31.6 mg, Fat 29.4 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.7 g, Sodium 333.7 mg, Sugar 23.6 g

ULTIMATE CHOCOLATE CARAMEL PECAN PIE



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For the ultimate dessert, serve this decadent chilled pie of caramel, pecans and chocolate layered in a pecan crust. It's perfect for any event.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups chopped pecans, divided
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 pkg. (11 oz.) KRAFT Caramels
2/3 cup whipping cream, divided
2 pkg. (4 oz. each) BAKER'S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, broken into pieces
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Use pulsing action to blend 2 cups nuts in blender until finely ground. Mix with granulated sugar and butter; press onto bottom and up side of 9-inch pie plate. Bake 12 to 15 min. or until lightly browned. (If crust puffs up during baking, gently press down with back of spoon.) Cool completely.
  • Microwave caramels and 1/3 cup whipping cream in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 2-1/2 to 3 min. or until caramels are completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring after each minute. Pour into crust. Chop remaining nuts; sprinkle over caramel layer.
  • Cook chocolate, remaining cream, powdered sugar and vanilla in saucepan on low heat just until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring constantly. Pour over pie; spread to cover top of pie. Refrigerate 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590, Fat 45 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

CARAMEL PECAN PIE



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This is hands down the best pecan pie-it's so good, it's scary! I'm making it for Thanksgiving because there will be others around to share it with me. Here's the trick: Toss the bag of caramels to your kid or spouse and promise they can eat whatever is left after they unwrap your 36 caramels. -Larry Crowder, Grand Blanc, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

36 caramels
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-1/3 cups chopped pecans, toasted
1 frozen deep-dish pie crust (9 inches)
Pecan halves, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small heavy saucepan, combine the caramels, water and butter. Cook and stir over low heat until caramels are melted. Remove from the heat and set aside. , In a small bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, vanilla and salt until smooth. Gradually add caramel mixture. Stir in chopped pecans. Pour into crust. If desired, arrange pecan halves over filling. , Bake until set, 35-40 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 calories, Fat 29g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

DECADENT PECAN PIE



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When it comes to creating decadent desserts for fall, this pecan pie recipe takes the cake! It's the perfect partner for the season and an all-time favorite that always brings delicious to the table.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening
2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
2/3 cup sugar
1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 cup corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1 cup pecan halves or broken pecans

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in shortening, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until particles are size of small peas. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost leaves side of bowl (1 to 2 teaspoons more water can be added if necessary).
  • Gather pastry into a ball. Shape into flattened round on lightly floured surface. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate about 45 minutes or until dough is firm and cold, yet pliable. This allows the shortening to become slightly firm, which helps make the baked pastry more flaky. If refrigerated longer, let pastry soften slightly before rolling.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. With floured rolling pin, roll pastry into round 2 inches larger than upside-down 9-inch glass pie plate. Fold pastry into fourths; place in pie plate. Unfold and ease into plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side. Trim overhanging edge of pastry 1 inch from rim of pie plate. Fold and roll pastry under, even with plate; press with times of fork or flute if desired.
  • In another medium bowl, beat all filling ingredients except pecans with wire whisk or hand beater until well blended. Stir in pecans. Pour into pastry-lined pie plate.
  • Cover edge of pastry with 2- to 3-inch-wide strip of foil to prevent excessive browning. Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until center is set, removing foil for last 15 minutes of baking. Refrigerate at least 2 hours until chilled before serving. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 63 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 400 mg, Sugar 34 g, TransFat 2 g

DECADENT PECAN PIE (LIGHTER RECIPE)



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A holiday without a gooey, pecan-studded pie is unthinkable! This light pecan pie holds back a bit so when dessert is ready to be served, you won't have to think twice about diving into this pie. (Not that you should, you're celebrating after all!) Still, this lighter recipe includes oats and egg whites in the filling, which cuts down on calories for those who are counting. The result is a beautiful golden-brown pie brimming with a luscious, caramel-y filling. You won't even be able to taste the difference!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon shortening
2 to 3 tablespoons cold water
2/3 cup sugar
1/4 cup margarine, melted
1 cup corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg
4 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup quick-cooking or old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cut in shortening, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until particles are size of small peas. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing with fork until all flour is moistened and pastry almost cleans side of bowl (1 to 2 teaspoons more water can be added if necessary).
  • Gather pastry into a ball. Shape into flattened round on lightly floured surface. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate about 45 minutes or until dough is firm and cold, yet pliable. This allows the shortening to become slightly firm, which helps make the baked pastry more flaky. If refrigerated longer, let pastry soften slightly before rolling.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. With floured rolling pin, roll pastry into round 2 inches larger than upside-down 9-inch glass pie plate. Fold pastry into fourths; place in pie plate. Unfold and ease into plate, pressing firmly against bottom and side. Trim overhanging edge of pastry 1 inch from rim of pie plate. Fold and roll pastry under, even with plate; flute as desired.
  • In medium bowl, beat sugar, margarine, corn syrup, 1/2 teaspoon salt, the egg and egg whites with wire whisk or hand beater until well blended. Stir in oats and pecans. Pour into pastry-lined pie plate.
  • Bake 40 to 50 minutes or until center is set. Cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 65 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 33 g, TransFat 3 1/2 g

DECADENT CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE



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Try this luscious variation of a classic pecan pie for a memorable end to your holiday meal. The spicy crunch of a traditional pecan pie nestles on top of a layer of divinely rich chocolate.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 refrigerated pie crust (from 15-ounce package)
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons milk
4 eggs
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract
1 cup dark corn syrup
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Cinnamon, Ground
1/4 teaspoon McCormick® Allspice, Ground
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line 9-inch deep dish pie plate with pie crust. Bake 7 minutes. Remove crust from oven. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees F.
  • 2. Meanwhile, microwave chocolate chips and milk in medium microwavable bowl on HIGH 1 to 1 1/2 minutes. Stir until smooth. Pour chocolate evenly over crust.
  • 3. Beat eggs in large bowl. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Slowly pour mixture over chocolate layer. Place ring of foil around edges of crust to prevent over-browning.
  • 4. Bake 55 to 60 minutes or until filling is puffed and center is still soft enough to move when shaken gently. Cool on completely wire rack.

EASY CARAMEL-PECAN PIE



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Make and share this Easy Caramel-Pecan Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Pie

Time 50m

Yield 1 (9-inch) pie

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (9 inch) frozen pie crusts, thawed
28 wrapped Kraft caramels
1/4 cup butter (no subs!)
1/4 cup water
3/4 cup sugar (can use 1/2 cup sugar)
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups coarsley chopped pecans, toasted
whipped cream

Steps:

  • Flute edges of the thawed pie pastry as desired then prick bottom and sides with a fork.
  • Bake in a 400 degree oven for for about 6 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Combine the caramels, butter and 1/4 cup water in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook stirring with wooden spoon constantly for about 6-7 minutes, or until the caramels and butter are melted, remove from heat.
  • In a bowl whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla and salt until blended; add to the caramel and mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Stir in the chopped pecans.
  • Pour into the prepared pie crust.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes; reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for 20 minutes more (cover the pie crust edges to prevent overbrowning if necessary).
  • Cool and top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3890.7, Fat 223.4, SaturatedFat 55.4, Cholesterol 776.3, Sodium 2339.9, Carbohydrate 450.9, Fiber 14.4, Sugar 347.6, Protein 50.4

Tips:

  • To achieve the perfect caramel filling, use a candy thermometer to monitor the temperature of the sugar mixture. The mixture should reach 245°F (118°C) for a soft caramel filling and 250°F (121°C) for a firmer filling.
  • To prevent the crust from becoming soggy, brush the inside of the crust with a layer of melted chocolate or corn syrup before pouring in the caramel filling.
  • If you don't have a pie plate, you can use a 9-inch springform pan. Just be sure to line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper.
  • To ensure the pecans are evenly distributed, sprinkle them over the caramel filling before pouring in the whipped cream topping.
  • For a more decadent dessert, use heavy cream instead of milk in the whipped cream topping.
  • Garnish the pie with additional chopped pecans, caramel sauce, or a sprinkle of sea salt for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

This decadent caramel pecan pie is a true delight for any occasion. With its rich and gooey caramel filling, crunchy pecan topping, and creamy whipped cream, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Whether you're serving it for a special dinner or just as a sweet treat, this pie is sure to impress. So next time you're looking for a dessert that's both delicious and easy to make, give this caramel pecan pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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