Pecan Pie Recipes

These are the pies that started Man-Made Pies.

What began as a COVID-era quest to bake the perfect pecan pie led to a 1st Place Blue Ribbon at the 2024 Maryland State Fair and a full-blown pie obsession. After countless test bakes, spreadsheet tracking, and willing taste-testers, these homemade pecan pie recipes earned their place at the table.

Whether you're baking for Thanksgiving, a backyard cookout, a family gathering, or date night, there's a pecan pie here for the occasion. The classic 9-inch pies are made to share, while the 6-inch versions deliver the same homemade flavor in a size that's perfect for two.

Every pie follows the same principles: my signature flaky butter-lard crust, toasted pecans, a silky agave-sweetened custard, and the small techniques that make a big difference. Scroll down for the 10 Man-Made Pecan Pie Commandments to see exactly what sets these recipes apart.

Start with the Blue Ribbon Classic Pecan Pie, add a splash of bourbon with the Bourbon Pecan Pie, or take things one step further with the Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie, where toasted pecans, bourbon, and chocolate come together in one unforgettable slice. Looking for something smaller? My 6-inch pecan pies bring the same award-winning flavor to date nights and small celebrations.

Every recipe includes straightforward instructions, precise gram measurements, and practical tips to help you bake with confidence.

Grab a fork and discover the pies that started it all.

The 10 Man-Made Pecan Pie Commandments

These are the principles behind every pecan pie I bake. They're the lessons I learned after years of testing recipes, refining techniques, and chasing the perfect slice. They also helped earn my pecan pie a Maryland State Fair blue ribbon.

Pick Your Pie

Whether you're baking the award-winning classic, adding a splash of bourbon, or going all-in with chocolate, every recipe below follows the same techniques that earned a Maryland State Fair blue ribbon. Now all that's left to do is pick the pie that fits the occasion.

Blue-Ribbon Classic Pecan Pie

The First Place Maryland State Fair-winning pecan pie featuring toasted pecans, agave sweetness, and a flaky homemade crust.

Bake it Two Ways: Bake the full 9-inch pie for holidays and gatherings, or make the 6-inch version for date night or small households.

9-Inch Family Pie
6-Inch Date Night for Two

Bourbon Pecan Pie

Built on my award-winning pecan pie recipe, this version adds a shot of Kentucky bourbon, toasted pecans, and a flaky homemade crust for a richer, deeper flavor.

Bake it Two Ways: Bake the full 9-inch pie for holidays and gatherings, or make the 6-inch version for date night or small households.

9-Inch Family Pie
6-Inch Date Night for Two

Chocolate & Bourbon Pecan Pie

Built on my award-winning pecan pie recipe, this version layers dark chocolate and Kentucky bourbon over toasted pecans for a rich, unforgettable dessert.

Bake it Two Ways: Bake the full 9-inch pie for holidays and gatherings, or make the 6-inch version for date night or small households.