Irresistible Island Pecan Pie with Tropical Flavors
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A tropical twist on classic pecan pie featuring coconut and pineapple, balancing sweet and tart flavors.
- Author: Robert
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup pecan halves (lightly toasted)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a rack in the center.
- Roll out the pie dough and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, trimming and crimping the edges. Chill briefly.
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs, corn syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt; whisk until combined.
- Fold in the drained pineapple, coconut, and pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour the filling into the pie crust and gently spread it.
- Bake for 50–55 minutes until set around the edges with a slight jiggle in the middle.
- Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack.
- Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled with whipped cream or ice cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg