Upside-Down Southern Apple Pecan Pie Recipe

Name: Upside-Down Southern Apple Pecan Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, softened; 2/3 cup pecan halves; 2/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 double crust pie crust; 6 cups cooking apples, peeled and sliced (about 1-1/2 pounds); 1 lemon, juice of; 1/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 tablespoon flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, softened
2/3 cup pecan halves
2/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 double crust pie crust
6 cups cooking apples, peeled and sliced (about 1-1/2 pounds)
1 lemon, juice of
1/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 tablespoon flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1
Spoon butter in bottom of a 9-inch pie plate.
2
Arrange pecan halves around bottom of pan.
3
Sprinkle 2/3 cup brown sugar over pecans.
4
Press one of the prepared pie crusts into bottom and along sides of the pan (over the pecans and sugar); trim off excess pastry.
5
In a bowl, combine apples and lemon.
6
Combine 1/3 cup brown sugar and remaining ingredients; toss gently, and add/mix in with the apples.
7
Spoon the apple mixture evenly over the crust in the pie pan.
8
Top with remaining pie pastry; fold edges over and flute.
9
Prick the crust a few times with a fork.
10
Bake at 450 degrees for 10 minutes.
11
Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees, and bake for another 30-40 minutes.
12
Cool 5 minutes, then turn the pie upside down on a pie plate.

797

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, softened, 2/3 cup pecan halves, 2/3 cup brown sugar, firmly packed, 1 double crust pie crust, and more.

Yes, Upside-Down Southern Apple 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Upside-Down Southern Apple Pecan Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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