Classic French Pecan Pie

Light and refreshing for warm-weather entertaining.

Prep: 7 min
Cook: 33 min
Total: 40 min
Servings: 4
Easy
Desserts French Vegetarian Gluten-Free
By Fresh Kitchen Recipes | Published Jul 10, 2025

Ingredients

4 servings
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk

    Suggested swaps

    Oat milk ยท 1:1 ratio โ€” Creamy texture; works in most recipes
    Almond milk ยท 1:1 ratio โ€” Lighter flavor; may be thinner than whole milk
  • 2 medium shallots
    Sub: use red onion
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch

    Suggested swaps

    Arrowroot powder ยท 1:1 ratio โ€” Works the same as thickener; freezes better
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar

    Suggested swaps

    Honey ยท 3:4 ratio โ€” Use ¾ cup honey per 1 cup sugar; reduce other liquids slightly
    Maple syrup ยท 3:4 ratio โ€” Use ¾ cup per 1 cup sugar; adds distinctive flavor
  • 2 tbsp tarragon
    Sub: use chervil
  • 2 tbsp cognac
  • 1 cup heavy cream
    Sub: use coconut cream

Instructions

1

Whip cream until stiff peaks form.

2

Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.

3

Fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.

4

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

5

Let cool in the pan before removing.

Tips & Notes

Measure flour by weight for consistency.

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