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Slice of creamy butterscotch pecan pie served on a white plate with a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Sweet Butterscotch Delight – Dolly Parton’s Pie Inspired by Southern Soul


  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie 1x

Description

A rich and buttery butterscotch pecan pie blending caramel sweetness and toasted pecans in a flaky crust, inspired by Southern hospitality and Dolly Parton’s warmth.


Ingredients

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  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 cup pecans, toasted
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

    2. Place pie crust in pie pan and chill.

    3. In a saucepan over low heat melt butter and butterscotch chips, whisk until smooth; cool slightly.

    4. In a bowl whisk eggs until frothy, add brown sugar and mix until creamy.

    5. Slowly whisk warm butterscotch mixture into egg mixture, then stir in heavy cream and vanilla.

    6. Fold in toasted pecans and pour filling into chilled crust.

    7. Place pie on baking sheet and bake 40 to 50 minutes until center is set with a slight wobble.

    8. Tent with foil if crust browns too quickly.

    9. Cool on a rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.

    10. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 50 minutes
    • Category: dessert
    • Method: baking
    • Cuisine: southern

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 8 slices

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