Description
English Walnut Pie is a classic, comforting dessert that highlights the rich, earthy flavor of walnuts in a sweet, gooey filling. Nestled in a flaky crust, this pie delivers the perfect balance of crunch and smooth texture. Whether served during holidays or as a cozy treat with coffee, it’s a timeless dessert that never fails to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup white sugar
- ¾ cup light corn syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 (9-inch) deep-dish pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts evenly.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let the pie cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Toast the walnuts beforehand for deeper flavor.
- Allow the pie to cool fully to ensure clean slices.
- Cover crust edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 430 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: English Walnut Pie, dessert, pie recipe, American cuisine