The Best Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Topping

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"This Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Topping is our family’s tried and true pumpkin pie recipe that makes it onto the menu year after year. The pecan topping requires minimal effort but takes plain pumpkin pie to the next level!"

~ GOOD LIFE EATS

Chopped Pecans

KEY INGREDIENT

For the Pie Crust – All Butter Pie Crust Perfect Pie Crust Recipe * link at the end of this Story For the Pumpkin Filling: – canned pumpkin – eggs – half-and-half or heavy cream – vanilla – granulated sugar – brown sugar, packed – flour – lemon zest – salt – cinnamon – nutmeg – allspice – cloves

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For the Topping: – packed brown sugar – chopped pecans – salt – softened butter

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COOK TIME

TOTAL TIME

Yield

8 SERVINGS

1 HOUR 30 MINUTES

6 HOURS

PREP TIME

The Best Pumpkin Pie with Pecan Topping

30 MINUTES

INSTRUCTIONS

For the Pumpkin Pie 1. Prepare the pie crust according to the recipe, or use your preferred pie crust recipe or store-bought dough.

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For the Pumpkin Pie 2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, zest, salt, and spices.

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For the Pumpkin Pie 3. In a separate bowl, combine the pumpkin, eggs, half-and-half, and vanilla.

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For the Pumpkin Pie 4. Add the dry ingredients to the pumpkin mixture and lightly beat by hand until well combined.

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For the Pumpkin Pie 5. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the pastry-lined pie plate. Bake at 375° for 25 minutes.

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For the Caramel Pecan Topping 1. While the pie bakes, stir together the brown sugar, pecans, salt, and butter until combined.

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For the Caramel Pecan Topping 2. Remove the pie from the oven and sprinkle the brown sugar mixture over the top of the pie.

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For the Caramel Pecan Topping 3. Bake for 20 minutes more or until the center is set and the topping is golden and bubbly. Cool on a wire rack.

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For the Caramel Pecan Topping 4. Cover and refrigerate within 2 hours.

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Enjoy!

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