Betty's Fabulous Pecan Pie--40-Year-Old Recipe!

[bettypro]

hey....I am famous for my pecan/walnut pies also...must be some magic with betty's LOL!

[sharonmelody97]

I made this today and it was a HIT....Thanks Betty and Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family :)

[1533ramsay]

I am going to make your pie. Your husband is a very lucky man to have you. Happy Thanksgiving. 2011

[mtsupilot]

I am gonna try this..

[PeachesTOUR]

Ms Betty, I love this video. It makes me feel like I'm at home watching my Grandma cook again. Question - does the sweet condensed milk, along with the sugar and syrup, send this pie into sweetness overdrive? Or is the salt you added enough to take that edge off? I'm curious because I've always found general pecan pie recipes (sugar/karo syrup) to be very sweet on their own. I know I should just try and see for myself but I'm not that good baking. :)

[SuperJonas9999]

is evaporated milk the same as condensed milk??

[bettyskitchen]

@SuperJonas9999 No. The way we get condensed milk is in the form of sweetened condensed milk. Regular milk is closer to condensed milk, but the condensed version is more concentrated.

--Betty :)

[peter3f]

@SuperJonas9999 no is not condensed milk is thicker and evaporated milk is thin and has great delicate flavours :)

[MrSouthernbeef]

I would challenge this recipe. Not enough nuts.

[bettyskitchen]

@MrSouthernbeef You may add more nuts.

--Betty :)

[mddwwie]

Hi Betty-

I will be making you pecan pie this week for my family's thanksgiving. Silly as it seems (for a 28 year old lady), this is the first time I am making pie from scratch. I will also be using your best homemade pie crust recipe too! I'm relying on your expertise to help me out! Wish me luck :)

[PeachesTOUR]

@mddwwie Don't feel bad, I'm 26 and I don't cook very often. I wish I did, but you got my emotional support from out here in the desert!

[KiKiKli004]

umm hi betty i would like to know do we have to use pecans because all i have is walnuts and my mom wont let me go buy pecans

[bettyskitchen]

@KiKiKli004 Walnuts will work well with these pie ingredients.

--Betty :)

[misaelmedina13]

Hi Betty i was wondering can a i use light corn syrup instead thanks allot.

[bettyskitchen]

@misaelmedina13 Yes; the color of the pie will be lighter, but it will taste very good!

--Betty :)

[misaelmedina13]

@bettyskitchen thank you p.s love your videos

[popcorn78242]

beautiful pie i make about 50 pies a day and they all start to look the same after awhile. i was searching for a new recipe ill let you know how it goes.

[lacangri71]

Looking for a recipe to try it for the first time....this is the one I'll try. Thanks!!!! :))



[ahopefuldreamer17]

Hi Betty! I wanted to ask if it would be the same amount of sugar if I were to use a substitute, such as Splenda? I plan to make a pecan pie, for those in my family who are diabetic, for thanksgiving! Thank you for all your recipes! :) -Jessica

[bettyskitchen]

@ahopefuldreamer17 Hi Jessica! I use Splenda and substitute it cup for cup in recipes. They always turn out great!

--Betty :)

[1996RJD]

Hi Mrs. Betty,

My family doesn't keep corn syrup around the house, so I was wondering if I could use molasses instead? Thanks!

~Raisa :)

[bettyskitchen]

@1996RJD I think molasses alone would be too rich; you might be able to thin it down with water, so that it is the consistency of corn syrup. It will have a different taste in the finished pie, as well.

--Betty :)

[1996RJD]

@bettyskitchen

Thank you so much! =) God Bless~

~Raisa

[angeliquesteph]

I haven't made this recipe yet but from the looks of it this will be beyond delicious and I do not like nuts at all. but the funny thing is that it doesn't look like it's full of pecans

[bettyskitchen]

@angeliquesteph Actually, you may cut down on the pecans, if you don't care for nuts. The filling itself is wonderful!

--Betty :)

[TheCookingdrummer]

Thats my kind of "a little bit of whipped topping" :)

I love how when you cook you aren't rushing just to get it done,

it looks like you cook for cooks sake, its really inspiring. =]

Joel

[bettyskitchen]

@TheCookingdrummer Hi Joel,

Thanks for your sweet comment! I really appreciate it!

--Betty :)

[sarabeth1410]

Have been searching a long time for something like this, it is now my fav. and my moms and dad's when they come over. You are a true delight Betty thank you so much!!!!

Sara

[bettyskitchen]

@sarabeth1410 Hi Sara! I am delighted that you (and your parents) like this pie! It is my favorite pie to make, and it always comes out great! Thanks for your lovely comment!

--Betty :)

[juju01407]

Hi Betty, today I made this delicious pie and all I can say is thank you it was delicious. My mum loved it, my sister loved it (and she can be picky) of course I loved it too, I'll give some to my dad tomorow.

I really enjoyed this recipe it was a delight.

I live in France and Switzerland as my parents are seperated. (I live near Geneva) Anyways it was really good and extremely tasty. Thank so much. Take care,

Julia

[bettyskitchen]

@juju01407 Hi Julia! I'm delighted that you and your family enjoyed the pecan pie! Thanks for the sweet feedback! I really appreciate it!

--Betty :)

[MrChannel5news]

WOW, your absolutely gorgeous, great video though !! Im going to try your recipe.

[bettyskitchen]

@MrChannel5news Thanks for your lovely comment! I hope you enjoy the pie!

--Betty :)

[bettyskitchen]

@MrChannel5news I hope you enjoy the pecan pie!

--Betty :)

[MrChannel5news]

@bettyskitchen

Thanks, ive noticed your ring on your hand. :P Your husbands a lucky man to have such a beautiful woman such as yourself, especially with your cooking. I so envy him haha.

[bettyskitchen]

@MrChannel5news That is such a sweet comment...Thanks...

--Betty  :)

[AdIgnorantiam]

Seriously people, stop getting all worried about the corn syrup. There is absolutely nothing chemically more hazardous about corn syrup than regular cane sugar. Corn syrup will make the best pecan pie, period. 

[aatika8376]

can u pls tell me if i can use pure cane dark syrup? i reallt want to try this recipe. but i couldn't figure out what syrup u used. pls tell me a.s.a.p thnx!

[bettyskitchen]

@aatika8376 Yes, you may use pure cane dark syrup.

--Betty :)

[Kcalorin]

Seriously Betty - I'm dying watching your videos :) My GOD you make such yummie recipes and you also make it look so easy! I can't wait to try this one! I just LOVE pecan pie!! Thank you SO much for your vids!!!

[anithfanz]

Hye Betty,

I'm going to try to make this pie for my mother's birthday, but I'm wondering whether it's going to be "too sweet" or not, because my mother doesn't really like sweet stuff

[bettyskitchen]

@anithfanz It is pretty sweet; I don't think you can change the recipe to make it less sweet and still be a pecan pie. You might consider something a little lighter, but similar--like chess pie.

--Betty :)

[bkbandit1]

I JUST MADE THIS RECIPE AND IT'S DELISH!!!!IT'S MY FIRST TIME MAKING A PECAN PIE!!! I LOVE YOUR RECIPES AND I WILL BE MAKING MORE OF THEM!!!!!THANX SO MUCH FOR YOUR YUMMY RECIPES!!!!

[bettyskitchen]

@bkbandit1 Thanks for your great feedback! I really appreciate it!

--Betty :)

[2608vii]

This is such a goog recipe...I'll try it soon!

Tanks for all your great recipes!

[GaaraBabyEater]

I'm gonna make a pecan pie as a birthday cake...

[hodgrix]

wow betty! how on earth do u stay so thin while taste testing is like half a pie!

jk i know u eat small portions. im very impressed with you for that. do u ever just wanna go nuts and eat like the whole house though?

[bettyskitchen]

@hodgrix Not really. Sometimes I eat more than I intend, like when splitting a pizza with my husband. I might intend to have 2 pieces and end up having 3 or 4!

--Betty :)

[hodgrix]

@bettyskitchen aww well glad to know ur human. lol

thanx 4 the great recipes!

[MICHELLEEVANS33]

hi, i tried to make a pecan pie like the store brand and it had the consistency of custard the receipe i tried didnt have brown sugar, salt or flour and i used the light instead of dark syrup i followed the exact recipe what gives? i'm going to try yours!

[Asadora]

Hey there, Betty, great cooking video. I was wondering why you put in the flour in the sugar/egg/syrup mixture. Does the flour help to make it set easier? Thanks!

[bettyskitchen]

@Asadora Yes, the flour is instrumental in setting the filling.

--Betty :)

[durgaaa]

Betty, you know JUST what to do ! Coffee goes great with it !

[derfday]

Hi Betty great video's....could I replace maple syrup for the corn syrup?

[durgaaa]

@derfday --She said you HAVE to follow the recipe exactly !

[FlammableOcean]

AT 6:02 ITS FUNNY!

[ideagirlconsulting]

cool posted with pie crust and pumpkin pie - thanksgiving videos - linda :)

[henrypittman]

Taste test huh, you and your husband took half of the pie! LMAO

[durgaaa]

@henrypittman -that's a very lucky husband Betty has !

[mellowroast]

That looks absolutely delicious! I've never seen evaporated milk used in pecan pie. What does it do for the pie? (It sure takes some willpower to keep my eyes on the food.)

[bettyskitchen]

@mellowroast The evaporated milk gives the pie a wonderful consistency. I haven't gotten that with anything else.

--Betty :)

[DottieCG89]

Hi Betty, I have been watching your videos and they are great! I have never made a pie from scratch but I definitely want to try your recipe's. You make it look easy!! My Sister's name is Betty by the way (Good Name). Thanks for sharing all this info with us. I am going to suscribe to you!!! Have a great day!! : )

[MagnetoMasterOfEvil]

BETTY, how you stay so damn cute, sexy and skinny cookin all dat stuff? I am plus 10 lbs just watching since this summer!

[bettyskitchen]

@MagnetoMasterOfEvil Thanks for your compliments!  I eat everything I like, but I only eat small portions--I am very disciplined!

--Betty :)

[MagnetoMasterOfEvil]

@bettyskitchen LOL! Yeah, I've heard that theory before. So THAT's what I'm missing "self-discipline". I'll try to remember, but I've got to make 6 of these PecanPies for friends and family tomorrow! I think I'm probably gonna have to have at least one slice of each. Thanks for the recipe!

[TomyHun]

I'd have to search for years for the ingredients of the filling over here in Hungary. Nevertheless, looks like something I'm gonna have to make if I ever go to the States!Oh and I love the thorough instructions!

[Lukiechrmz]

Oh my gosh can't wait to make this for Thanksgiving. Looks so yummy.

[msmary126]

Hi Betty! I have been wanting to a pecan pie for a while now. When I saw that you had a recipe, I just KNEW I had to follow yours! I love your work. Keep it up!! 

[jzlACoSTE]

Betty you should grind some of the pecans in a food processor and put those in the pie and use some of the the half's on the top. The taste is not any different but its a little easier to eat than the whole pecans.

[67maxibabe]

hi betty love this recipe your pie looked awesome i think i'm going 2 give it a try!!!! thanks!!!

ps: u inspiered me to make a pie even tough i'm only 18 yaers old thanks!!! ^_^

take care, Karen

[bettyskitchen]

@67maxibabe Thanks for your sweet message, Karen.

--Betty :)

[deputysheriff100]

Hey Betty. Spending my leisure hours in the evening watching all your vids, I do all the cooking at our house and have for years. My wife prefers me to do it so I oblidge. I notice most all the ingredients you use have Kroger labels. YEAH. I don't shop ANYWHERE but Kroger. Love their 10 for $10.00 Mix and Match. Makes it so worth it. And they DOUBLE coupons up to .75 cents. Love Kroger & your vids.

[iTzMeThoDz]

I always use fresh picked pecans i have a tree in my backyard haha .. lucky mee

[624787John]

Betty, you do such a great job with all your recipres, thank you!

[TubeTour96]

Oops, typo! Great recipe! Sorry!

[TubeTour96]

This is a Greta recipe! To make it really fantastic, you must use real whipped cream!!! Way better taste and presentation!!! And the pecans should be chosen for taste/region over perfect shape.

[vinamel97]

Damn / I wish my wife loves to bake like Betty. :(

[vinamel97]

Damn / I wish my wife loves to bake like Betty. :(

[Dustydime]

your husband is soooo lucky. you got it all.

[seysisland]

spareaxe meant the amount of pecans, not the brand.

[spareaxe]

Lady...don't be cheap with the pecans....

[bettyskitchen]

@spareaxe I used a store brand; they were very good. Each person can choose the brand they like! Thanks for commenting!

--Betty :)

[darkroge]

@bettyskitchen they mean you should add more the the recipe

[Neci87]

Hi Betty, love the recipe and your instructional. I want to give this a shot however I can only find golden syrup in the UK. I've read on google that it can be used as a substitute but what I'd like to know is should I use the same measurement as you did with the corn syrup i.e. 1 cup?

Thanks Betty looking forward to your reply and tackling this recipe. Looks scrumptious!

[bettyskitchen]

Hi! Thanks for your lovely comment! I am not familiar with golden syrup. I would think that it would work just fine. The color is not important to this pie, just the flavor and consistency. Maybe someone who has used golden syrup as a substitution for dark corn syrup can give us their opinion...I hope you are able to try this recipe; it tastes really wonderful! Thanks for writing!

--Betty :)

[lepelhoofd]

All Pie you make just looks delicious :D I can't wait to try making 1 of them.

Alexander, The Netherlands

[bettyskitchen]

Thanks, Alexander, for your nice comment! I hope you have an opportunity to make one of the pies!

--Betty :)

[redpack3]

Hello Betty!

I'm from Austria and it seems that we have no corn syrup here, at least I haven't been able to find it.. so is there a substiture for corn syrup? can I use maple syrup instead? Thx

PS: I love your videos!

[bettyskitchen]

Thanks for your nice comment! Yes, you can use maple syrup. It will not taste quite the same, but the pie will be very good. Also, I think maple syrup is thinner than dark Karo syrup, so you might want to put less in, so that the consistency is the same. Thanks for your question!

--Betty :)

[merengue9791]

Betty help me please :) My girlfriend wanna make this pie for me but :P since weve moved for the states to Austria we cant find things such as evaporated milk here :S Can we substitute it? We found condensed milk at Aldi. Is it a good choice? Thx

[bettyskitchen]

I think regular milk would be a better choice. The sweetened condensed milk is very sweet, and with the dark syrup in the pie, it would just be too sweet! The regular milk will taste the same, and you just need the liquid to mix with the other ingredients. Thanks for your question!

--Betty :)

[Bamaking12237]

This was my first time baking pecan pie and I LOVED IT, my husband says it was better thank my aunt's pie. Loved the video.

[bettyskitchen]

Thanks for the great feedback! I really appreciate it!

--Betty :)

[ebola571]

Betty, what a great presentation, I loved how you added in your personal touch of why you use this recipe. I made this for Thanksgiving dinner and it was a major hit. I'm making it again for Christmas dinner. Many thanks, Kim DeHaven Wilmington Delaware

[bettyskitchen]

Hi Kim!

Thanks for your lovely feedback!

--Betty :)

[jenn04071965]

Betty I made your pecan pie yesterday it was perfect only problem was it didnt last long. I cheated used a store bought crust 40 minutes was just right in my oven. Thanks Jennifer

[bettyskitchen]

Hi Jennifer!

Thanks for the great feedback! I'm glad the pie came out great!

--Betty :)

[anmpir]

looks yummy! Nomnomnom!

[bettyskitchen]

Thanks!

--Betty  :)

[PLATINUMCASTLE813]

thanks for sharing. awesome - how so particular you're demonstrating. and very impressive with the detail under more info. am not a cooker or a baker...but looks like i can do it because the way you so thorough demonstration. ~CoCo

[bettyskitchen]

Thanks for your lovely comment! I really appreciate it!

--Betty :)

[Heathmah]

This is a wonderful pie recipe, Betty. It turned out so delicious!

[bettyskitchen]

Thanks for the great feedback!

--Betty :)

[jilliesmom]

I just made two pecan pies using your recipe. I was skeptical because there wasn't any butter in the recipe but they turned out fabulous. My family will love it. Thank you for sharing your recipe.

Happy Thanksgiving.

[bettyskitchen]

I'm sure the pies are wonderful! You are very welcome for the recipe! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

--Betty :)

[missbonitaapplebum]

okay i made a pecan pie 2day and the pie good all in general but the pecans became 2 hard, so what should i do.

[bettyskitchen]

If the pecans became too hard, I think the baking time should be reduced. Or you can bake it at a lower temperature. Ovens vary, but the pecans should not come out hard. I hope my suggestion helps!

--Betty :)

[bingimar]

Baked this recipe today, exceeded my expectations.

[bettyskitchen]

I am delighted! Thanks for the wonderful feedback!

--Betty :)

[Fairaday1]

Howdy Ms. Betty...thanx for the vid, and the pie recipe...it looks sooo good. have a question tho...

what's the difference in using dak karo, rather than the white Karo ??

And I just want to say, your very southern

accent is very charming !

[bettyskitchen]

Thanks for your lovely comment! I have never made pecan pie with white or light Karo syrup, only dark. I would guess that the flavor would be a little milder with light syrup, and that the color would be paler. Thanks for the compliment on my accent!

--Betty :)

[orionjuvetas]

I've always wanted to know how to make pecan pie, it's one of my favorite pies. thanks for the recipe.

[bettyskitchen]

This is the *best* recipe I have tried for pecan pie--I know you will enjoy it! Thanks for viewing and commenting!

--Betty :)

[PrettylindaCp]

my moms favorite pie is pecan pie. i will be making this i in about a week or 2 weeks its suepr good well i havent tried it yet

[bettyskitchen]

I can promise you that it will be *super good*!!!

--Betty :)

[TrioUnionRecords]

I'll probably try this meal this week. A mate of mine is from Southern US and has just told me it's his favorite pie, so I'll give thi a shot. Looks very nice as always Betty.

Pecan.. do they sell this stuff in UK? :P

[bettyskitchen]

Pecan pie is a favorite of a lot of Americans! I hope they sell pecans in UK. You could make the pie with another kind of nut, and it would taste similar. Thanks for your comment!

--Betty :)

[sharmzee]

omg..I love you for this..I hope it tastes as nice as it looks :) I will try this for sure and give u my feedback!!!

[bettyskitchen]

This is the greatest pecan pie in the world! You do need to protect the crust with aluminum foil (just a little over the edge), because the pie cooks a long time, and you don't want the crust over-browned! Good luck! Thanks for your sweet comment!

--Betty :)

[Barnekkid]

I've been looking for a vid that explained a basic pecan pie and your's is the best I've seen so far.

[bettyskitchen]

Thank you--that's a very nice comment. I appreciate it!

--Betty :)

[bettyskitchen]

No, I've never tried it, but I think I can adapt my pumpkin pie recipe to incorporate my pecan pie recipe, and it really sounds great!  Thanks for the tip--I will definitely try it!!! I have been saving my pumpkin pie recipe for posting close to Thanksgiving. Thanks again--we may be eating Pecan-Pumpkin Pie thisThanksgiving!!

--Betty :)

[BizzMarki]

peacan pie is my favourite pie !!

have you ever tried a peacan pumpkin pie? its a nice twist around thanksgiving