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Old-Fashioned Southern Walnut Pie with a sweet filling and flaky crust topped with walnuts.

Old-Fashioned Southern Walnut Pie

A cozy and impressive dessert that combines sweet and savory flavors with toasted walnuts and a gooey filling, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the pie
  • 1 piece unbaked 9 inch pie crust store bought is fine, homemade is great
  • 2 cups walnuts, roughly chopped toast for extra flavor
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup light corn syrup or maple syrup maple makes it taste extra cozy
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 4 tablespoons melted butter, cooled slightly
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) adds warmth
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine salt enhances sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon flour helps the filling set nicely
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Instructions
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spread walnuts on a baking sheet and toast for 5 to 8 minutes until fragrant. Let them cool.
  3. Place your pie crust in a pie dish and crimp the edges. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
Filling Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
  2. Add syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, optional cinnamon, salt, and flour. Whisk until glossy and mixed.
  3. Stir in the toasted walnuts.
  4. Pour the filling into the chilled crust.
Baking
  1. Bake at 350°F for about 45 to 55 minutes. Check at 40 minutes and cover the edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
  2. The pie is done when the outer ring looks set and the center has a gentle jiggle.
Cooling
  1. Let the pie cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours before slicing.
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Notes

Serve with whipped cream or ice cream. The pie tastes even better the next day. Keep an eye on the crust if using a glass pie dish.