How to Make an Easy Pecan Crust | Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House

🥧❤️ Y’all, if you’re looking for an easy homemade pecan crust, Faye from Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House in Sanford, North Carolina, is showing you how to make one!

This buttery, nutty crust is perfect for cheesecakes, chocolate pies, cream pies, and all kinds of delicious homemade desserts. And the best part? You only need a few simple ingredients!

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🥧 Easy Homemade Pecan Crust Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups finely chopped pecans
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup butter, melted
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Note: The flour measurement is confirmed. The remaining measurements are suggested and should be checked against Faye’s original recipe.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Chop the pecans into small pieces.
  3. Mix everything together. Combine the flour, pecans, sugar, melted butter, and optional salt until crumbly.
  4. Press into a pie plate. Spread the mixture evenly across the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate.
  5. Bake for approximately 12–15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  6. Cool completely before adding your favorite pie or cheesecake filling.

That’s it! A simple homemade pecan crust with a wonderful buttery flavor and a little crunch!

❤️ Faye’s Kitchen Tips

Don’t chop your pecans too finely! A little texture gives the crust a delicious crunch.

Press your crust firmly! This helps it hold together when you slice your dessert.

Let it cool completely! Especially when you’re making a chilled pie or cheesecake.

🍰 What Desserts Can You Make With a Pecan Crust?

This easy pecan crust is delicious with so many desserts!

  • Chocolate cream pie
  • Peanut butter pie
  • Cheesecake
  • Coconut cream pie
  • Pumpkin cheesecake
  • Vanilla pudding pie

Make it your own and have a little fun in the kitchen!

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❤️ More Cooking With Faye!

At Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House, we love sharing family recipes, easy cooking tips, and a little Southern hospitality with all of you!

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And if you’re ever in Sanford, North Carolina, we’d love for you to stop by Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House for lunch and something sweet!

Now we want to know! 🥧❤️ What’s your favorite dessert to make with a pecan crust? Chocolate pie, cheesecake, or something else?

Let us know in the comments!

Chad Potts

Grandson of Faye Schulz & Marketing Director at Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House