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You are going to love having Air Fryer Pecan Pie for dessert! Made with fresh pecans, corn syrup, brown sugar. This sweet air fryer dessert recipe is a family favorite in our house during the holiday season. 

Golden pecan pie on a white marble table with scattered pecans.

I like to blame my sweet tooth on my southern roots, and I am super picky about my desserts. Homemade pecan pie is one of those favorite holiday desserts that has to be perfect. There is just something heavenly about taking a bite into crunchy pecan filling over a buttery crust.

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What you need to make pecan pie in the air fryer

Ingredients needed to make pecan pie from scratch.

I made this pie in my Instant Vortex, using the air fry option, not the bake option. I also used a Signature Select Pie Crust.

  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves, chopped
  • 1 prepared pie crust
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How to make homemade pecan pie

Prepare the crust and place into a pie plate that will fit into your basket or rack oven. Air fry the crust at 320 degrees Fahrenheit for 3-4 minutes, then remove until the filling is ready. 

Bowl of pie filling ingredients before being combined.

Pecan pie is really one of the easiest pies to make from scratch. In a medium bowl, pour in the corn syrup, sugar, salt, melted butter, and vanilla. Stir all of the ingredients together so the sugar is mixed into the liquids. 

Whisk or beat the eggs, and add whisked eggs to the bowl. Next, add the pecans and stir into the egg mixture. Once it is well combined, pour into the prepared crust.

Pecan pie filling after being  mixed, in a glass bowl.

Place in the air fryer basket, or on the rack, and air fry at 350 degrees F for about 30-35 minutes, until the top of the pie is golden brown and crispy. If the top of the pie begins to darken before cooking time is done, cover with foil.

Optional: Top with vanilla ice cream. 

Pecan pie before being cooked in the air fryer basket.

How to make pie crust from scratch

I used a pre-made crust for this recipe, but when I have the time, I make my crust from scratch. If you want to make a homemade pie crust, you will need: 

  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • pinch of salt
  • 1/3 cup shortening or softened butter
  • 1/4 cup warm water

In a medium bowl, combine the flour, salt, and shortening. Use a fork to stir together until it becomes flaky, then add in water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough is smooth and can be shaped into a ball. 

On a lightly floured surface, roll the curs into a circle and then transfer to the pie plate. 

Pecan pie in an air fryer basket after being cooked.

FAQ’s

Can I use white sugar instead of brown sugar?

Yes. Using dark corn syrup or white sugar in this recipe will work. I like using brown sugar because is gives extra flavor. I call it country caramel. 

Can I use a store-bought pie crust? 

Close up pie photo

Yes. I love making my desserts even easier, and since you just need a single layer pie crust, refrigerated pie crusts will work just as good for this recipe. 

How can I tell if my pie is done?

Pecan pie is always a little tricky to determine if it’s done baking. If the top of the crust is firm, but the center still has a little jiggle to it, it is a good indication that it is done. It will set as it cools.

Slice of pecan pie with bite taken out of piece on a white plate.

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Golden pecan pie on a white marble table with scattered pecans around the pie plate.
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Servings: 8

Air Fryer Pecan Pie

You are going to love having Air Fryer Pecan Pie for dessert! Made with fresh pecans, corn syrup, brown sugar, and more!
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
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Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/3 cup butter, melted
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 pie crust

Instructions 

  • Prepare the crust and place into a pie plate that will fit into your basket or rack oven. Air fry the crust at 320 degrees F for 3-4 minutes, then remove until the filling is ready
  • In a medium bowl, pour in the corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt. Stir all of the ingredients together so the sugar is mixed into the liquids. 
  • Whisk or beat the eggs, and add whisked eggs to the bowl. Next, add the pecans and stir into the egg mixture. Once it is well combined, pour into the prepared crust.
  • Place in the air fryer basket, or on the rack, and air fry at 350 degrees F for about 30-35 minutes, until the top of the pie is golden brown and crispy.

Notes

If the top of the pie begins to darken before cooking time is done, cover with foil.

Nutrition

Calories: 499kcal, Carbohydrates: 74g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 4g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 12g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 71mg, Sodium: 304mg, Potassium: 182mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 61g, Vitamin A: 129IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 69mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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  1. Wendy says:

    5 stars
    Thank You for Pecan Pie Recipe in the Air Fryer