Chris' Pecan Pie

Prep: 15 min Cook: 23 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Chris' Pecan Pie offers a delightful combination of crisp crackers, sweet pecans, and airy meringue-like egg whites, creating a light yet rich dessert. Its simple ingredients and elegant flavor make it perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions, appealing to both traditional and adventurous dessert lovers.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 23 Ritz crackers, crushed
  • 1 c. finely chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Beat egg whites until very stiff; gradually add sugar and baking powder.
  2. Continue beating until stiff and glossy.
  3. Gently fold in crushed crackers, chopped pecans, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the mixture into a buttered pie pan.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 23 minutes until golden and set.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

503 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 25.6g 51% DV
Total Fat 24.4g 31% DV
Carbs 36g 13% DV
Fiber 4.2g 15% DV
Sugar 5.6g 11% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 3089mg 100% DV
Potassium 514mg 11% DV
Cholesterol 3.3mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 5mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Calcium 1548.5mg 100% DV
Iron 4.8mg 27% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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