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A slice of modern pecan pie with glossy caramelized pecans, flaky crust, sea salt flakes, and caramel drizzle on a plate.

Modern Southern Pecan Pie with White Miso & Sea Salt

A rich, gooey pecan pie elevated with white miso and sea salt for the ultimate sweet-meets-savory experience. A stunning, indulgent dessert with layers of flavor and southern charm.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling time 2 hours
Cuisine American
Servings 7
Calories 510 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Crust:

  • 1¼ cups 155 g all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sugar optional
  • ½ cup 115 g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3 –4 tbsp ice water

For the Filling:

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar light or dark
  • ½ cup 115 g unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp white miso paste shiro miso
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups pecan halves
  • Flaky sea salt fleur de sel, for garnish

Instructions
 

Make the Crust:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
  • Cut in cold butter until the mixture looks like coarse crumbs.
  • Add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together.
  • Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  • Roll out and press into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill while preparing the filling.

Make the Filling:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla.
  • Add melted butter and white miso, whisking until smooth.
  • Pour the filling into the prepared crust and arrange pecans on top.

Bake:

  • Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggles.
  • Cool completely on a wire rack (at least 2 hours).

Finish & Serve:

  • Sprinkle lightly with flaky sea salt.
  • Serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Tips & Variations

Maple twist: Swap corn syrup for maple syrup for a deeper, earthy sweetness.
Bourbon version: Add 1 tbsp bourbon for a cozy, boozy flavor.
Toasted pecans: Toast pecans before using for extra nuttiness.
Shortcut crust: Use a store-bought or shortbread crust for convenience.
Extra aroma: Add orange zest or cinnamon for a festive flair.

Storage

Room Temperature: Up to 2 days, covered.
Refrigerator: Up to 5 days in an airtight container.
Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before serving.

Suitable For These Diets

✅ Vegetarian
✅ Holiday Baking
✅ Nut Lovers

Not Suitable For

❌ Vegan (contains eggs & butter)
❌ Gluten-Free (unless using GF crust)
❌ Nut-Free (contains pecans)
❌ Low-Carb/Keto