Maple Honey Pecan Pie

Easy Maple Honey Pecan Pie - flaky, buttery crust, gooey maple honey brown butter filling, crunchy toasted pecans mmmm this pie has to be made for Thanksgiving. Unlike traditional pecan pie, this recipe is made without corn syrup and gets its delicious sweetness from pure maple syrup and honey. With only a few ingredients, it's easy to make and one of my favorites!

If you love homemade pies and cozy fall desserts, be sure to try these delicious pie recipes too: The Best Cinnamon Pie, Easy Crustless Pumpkin Pie, and Arkansas Possum Pie. From warm cinnamon and pumpkin flavors to a rich chocolate pie, there's an easy homemade dessert for every craving.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Perfect for holidays: This maple pecan pie makes a beautiful addition to any holiday dessert table and pairs wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. If you are looking for another festive pie to add to your holiday menu, try my Nantucket Holiday Cranberry Pie.

Rich maple-honey flavor: Maple syrup and honey give this pecan pie a deliciously rich sweetness and a wonderful depth of flavor.

Perfectly nutty and buttery: Toasted pecans add plenty of crunch, while the buttery filling makes every bite rich and satisfying.

A cozy fall dessert: Warm maple, honey, and pecans make this homemade pie perfect for Thanksgiving, fall gatherings, or a cozy weekend treat.

Easy to make: You don't need complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients to make this impressive homemade pie.

Key Ingredients

• Unbaked 9-inch pie crust: Use your favorite store-bought pie crust, or try my Homemade Pie Crust for a buttery, flaky crust that pairs perfectly with this rich maple honey pecan filling. A 9-inch crust is the perfect size for this pie.
• Brown sugar: Adds rich sweetness and helps give the filling its deep, caramel-like flavor. You can also find brown sugar in my Gooey Chocolate Brownie Pie.
• Pure maple syrup: Provides the signature maple flavor and adds natural sweetness to the pecan pie filling. Use pure maple syrup for the best flavor.
• Honey: Adds another layer of sweetness and pairs beautifully with maple syrup and pecans.
• Eggs: Help bind the filling together and give the pie its rich, soft, custard-like texture.
• Unsalted butter: Adds richness and a smooth, buttery flavor to the filling. Using unsalted butter also allows you to control the amount of salt in the recipe.
• Vanilla extract: Enhances the maple, honey, and pecan flavors and adds a subtle warmth to the filling.
• Salt: A small amount balances the sweetness and brings out the flavors of the other ingredients.
• Pecans: The star ingredient of this pie, pecans add a delicious nutty flavor and crunchy texture that pairs perfectly with the maple-honey filling.

You'll find the complete ingredient list with exact measurements and detailed step-by-step instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

How To Make The Maple Honey Pecan Pie

Step 1. Toast the pecans

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread the pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Let them cool completely before chopping.

Step 2. Make brown butter

Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Remove from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3. Make the filling

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, maple syrup, honey, cooled brown butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.

Step 4. Assemble the pie

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spread the chopped toasted pecans evenly over the bottom of the unbaked pie crust. Pour the filling over the pecans in the crust. Arrange the pecan halves evenly over the top.

Step 5. Bake the pie

Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. If the crust starts browning too quickly, cover the edges with foil or use a pie crust shield.

Step 6. Cool and serve

Let the pie cool completely at room temperature before slicing and serving. Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Tips for Making Maple Honey Pecan Pie

Brown the butter carefully:
Brown butter adds a delicious nutty flavor to this pie, but it can go from perfectly browned to burnt quickly. Keep an eye on it while it cooks and remove it from the heat as soon as it turns golden brown and smells nutty. If you love the flavor of brown butter, you can also try my Brown Butter Pumpkin Snickerdoodles.

Let the brown butter cool slightly:
Don't add very hot brown butter directly to the eggs. Let it cool for a few minutes before mixing it into the filling so the eggs don't start to cook.

Don't overbake the pie:
The filling will continue to set as the pie cools, so there's no need to wait until the center is completely firm in the oven. The edges should be set, while the center can have a slight jiggle. If the center looks loose or liquid, continue baking.

Protect the crust if it browns too quickly:
If the crust becomes golden brown before the filling is fully set, cover the edges with foil or use a pie crust shield. This allows the filling to continue baking without burning the crust.

Cool the pie completely before slicing:
This is one of the most important steps. The filling needs time to cool and set properly. If you slice the pie while it's still warm, the filling may be runny and won't hold its shape.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator:
Once cooled, cover the pie and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Let individual slices sit at room temperature for a little while before serving if you prefer a softer filling.

Maple Honey Pecan Pie FAQs

Do I need to toast the pecans before adding them to Maple Honey Pecan Pie?
Yes, I recommend using toasted pecans. Toasting brings out their natural flavor and makes them more aromatic, which adds even more flavor to this pie. Let them cool before chopping and adding them to the crust.

Can I use pecan halves instead of chopped pecans when making this Maple Pecan Pie?
The recipe uses chopped toasted pecans in the bottom of the crust and pecan halves on top. I recommend keeping this combination because the chopped pecans add texture throughout the filling, while the pecan halves create a beautiful finish.

How do I know when the filling for this Honey Pecan Pie is fully set?
The edges of the filling should look set, while the center can still have a slight jiggle. It should not look liquid or slosh when you gently move the pie. The filling will continue to firm up as it cools.

Should I toast the pecans before adding them to the Pecan pie?

Toast the chopped pecans before adding to the filling. The pecans halves on top do not need to be toasted beforehand.

If you love pecans as much as I do, be sure to try some of my other favorite pecan desserts, including Pecan Tassies, Caramel Pecan Truffles, and Turtle Mini Cheesecakes.

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