Easy Caramel-Pecan Pie Recipe

Name: Easy Caramel-Pecan Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (9 inch) frozen pie crusts, thawed; 28 wrapped Kraft caramels; 1/4 cup butter (no subs!); 1/4 cup water; 3/4 cup sugar (can use 1/2 cup sugar); 3 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1 1/4 cups coarsley chopped pecans, toasted; whipped cream

Servings: persons

1 (9 inch) frozen pie crusts, thawed
28 wrapped Kraft caramels
1/4 cup butter (no subs!)
1/4 cup water
3/4 cup sugar (can use 1/2 cup sugar)
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups coarsley chopped pecans, toasted
whipped cream

1
Flute edges of the thawed pie pastry as desired then prick bottom and sides with a fork.
2
Bake in a 400 degree oven for for about 6 minutes or until lightly browned.
3
Combine the caramels, butter and 1/4 cup water in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook stirring with wooden spoon constantly for about 6-7 minutes, or until the caramels and butter are melted, remove from heat.
4
In a bowl whisk together the sugar, eggs, vanilla and salt until blended; add to the caramel and mix until thoroughly combined.
5
Stir in the chopped pecans.
6
Pour into the prepared pie crust.
7
Bake at 400 degrees for 10 minutes; reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake for 20 minutes more (cover the pie crust edges to prevent overbrowning if necessary).
8
Cool and top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (9 inch) frozen pie crusts, thawed, 28 wrapped Kraft caramels, 1/4 cup butter (no subs!), 1/4 cup water, and more.

Yes, Easy Caramel-Pecan Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Easy Caramel-Pecan Pie

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