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21 Pumpkin Pecan Pies That Take It Over the Top

October 30, 2025 by Jenna Collins Leave a Comment


Introduction

Pumpkin pie and pecan pie are fall legends — but when you put them together, the result is pure dessert perfection. These 21 pumpkin pecan pie recipes bring out everything we love about autumn baking: spiced pumpkin custard, buttery crusts, and the sweet crunch of toasted pecans. From bourbon-spiked twists to chocolate-marble beauties, each one deserves a spot at your Thanksgiving or cozy weekend table.


1. Classic Pumpkin Pecan Pie


The original combo — rich pumpkin custard topped with caramelized pecans that stay crisp and nutty.

Ingredients

  • 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup light corn syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Whisk pumpkin, sugar, eggs, and spices until smooth.
  3. Pour into crust and bake 25 minutes.
  4. Mix pecans with corn syrup, spoon on top.
  5. Bake another 25 minutes until golden and set.

How to Serve It
Add whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon.


2. Maple Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Pure maple syrup replaces corn syrup for a cozy, woodsy sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 1 pie crust
  • ¾ cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup pecan halves

Instructions

  1. Combine pumpkin, sugar, syrup, and eggs.
  2. Pour into crust and top with pecans.
  3. Bake 45 minutes at 350°F until set.

How to Serve It
Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup.


3. Chocolate Swirl Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Chocolate ribbons swirl through spiced pumpkin for a dessert that looks as good as it tastes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup melted dark chocolate
  • ¾ cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Mix pumpkin, sugar, and eggs.
  2. Pour half into crust, drizzle chocolate, swirl gently.
  3. Add remaining filling, sprinkle pecans.
  4. Bake 50 minutes at 350°F.

How to Serve It
Top with chocolate shavings and whipped cream.


4. Bourbon Pumpkin Pecan Pie


A splash of bourbon adds warmth and caramel depth — perfect for adults at the table.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 tbsp bourbon
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Whisk pumpkin, sugar, bourbon, and eggs.
  2. Pour into crust, top with pecans.
  3. Bake 50 minutes at 350°F.

How to Serve It
Add bourbon whipped cream for extra flair.


5. Brown Butter Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Browned butter deepens the flavor with a toasty aroma that fills your kitchen.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter, browned
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Stir browned butter into pumpkin mixture.
  2. Pour into crust and bake 45 minutes at 350°F.
  3. Cool before slicing.

How to Serve It
Add a drizzle of browned butter before serving.


6. Caramel Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Sweet caramel blends with pumpkin custard for an irresistible, sticky treat.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup caramel sauce
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Mix pumpkin, caramel, and eggs.
  2. Pour into crust, bake 40 minutes.
  3. Add pecans halfway through baking.

How to Serve It
Top with caramel drizzle and sea salt.


7. Streusel-Topped Pumpkin Pecan Pie


A sweet, buttery crumble takes this pie to a whole new texture level.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup pecans
  • ½ cup streusel topping

Instructions

  1. Pour filling into crust, bake 25 minutes.
  2. Sprinkle streusel, bake 20 more minutes.

How to Serve It
Add vanilla ice cream and a sprinkle of brown sugar.


8. Gluten-Free Pumpkin Pecan Pie


All the flavor, none of the gluten — the almond crust makes it extra nutty.

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups almond flour
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Press crust into pie pan, pre-bake 10 minutes.
  2. Add filling, bake 40 minutes at 350°F.

How to Serve It
Top with coconut whipped cream.


9. Mini Pumpkin Pecan Pies


Perfect for parties — bite-sized pies with the same comforting flavor.

Ingredients

  • Mini crusts or tart shells
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Fill mini crusts with mixture.
  2. Bake 20 minutes at 350°F.

How to Serve It
Add a pecan on top before baking.


10. Cream Cheese Pumpkin Pecan Pie


The smooth tang of cream cheese adds a luscious texture to this fall favorite.

Ingredients

  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Beat cream cheese, add pumpkin and sugar.
  2. Pour into crust, top with pecans.
  3. Bake 45 minutes at 350°F.

How to Serve It
Garnish with whipped cream and cinnamon.


11. Spiced Chai Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Infused with chai spices — cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves — for cozy fall vibes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp chai spice blend
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Combine filling ingredients, pour into crust.
  2. Bake 50 minutes at 350°F.

How to Serve It
Pair with a hot chai latte.


12. Honey Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Honey sweetens the pumpkin filling naturally for a mellow, floral flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Mix filling, pour into crust.
  2. Bake 45 minutes.

How to Serve It
Drizzle extra honey before serving.


13. Salted Caramel Pumpkin Pecan Pie


A pinch of salt balances the sweet richness beautifully.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup caramel sauce
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients, pour into crust.
  2. Bake 45–50 minutes.

How to Serve It
Top with caramel drizzle and flaky salt.


14. Oat Crust Pumpkin Pecan Pie


The oat crust adds heartiness and rustic charm to this fall dessert.

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups oats
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Form oat crust, pre-bake 10 minutes.
  2. Add filling, bake 40 minutes.

How to Serve It
Serve with a scoop of cinnamon ice cream.


15. Butterscotch Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Creamy butterscotch sauce gives this pie a nostalgic, sweet finish.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup butterscotch sauce
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Mix ingredients, pour into crust.
  2. Bake 45 minutes.

How to Serve It
Add butterscotch drizzle before serving.


16. Crustless Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Skip the crust — this version is lighter but just as flavorful.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Grease pie dish, pour mixture in.
  2. Bake 45 minutes at 350°F.

How to Serve It
Top with whipped cream or yogurt.


17. Coconut Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Toasted coconut adds a tropical twist that pairs beautifully with pumpkin.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ¼ cup coconut milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Mix filling, pour into crust.
  2. Bake 50 minutes at 350°F.

How to Serve It
Sprinkle toasted coconut on top.


18. Espresso Pumpkin Pecan Pie


A touch of espresso powder adds depth and balances the sweetness.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp espresso powder
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Mix filling, pour into crust.
  2. Bake 45 minutes.

How to Serve It
Pair with a cup of coffee.


19. Ginger Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Ginger adds warmth and a slight zing to the pumpkin filling.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Combine filling ingredients, pour into crust.
  2. Bake 45 minutes.

How to Serve It
Top with candied ginger pieces.


20. Cinnamon Streusel Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Cinnamon streusel gives the pie a sweet crunch and bakery-style aroma.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ¾ cup pecans
  • ½ cup streusel

Instructions

  1. Pour filling, add streusel topping.
  2. Bake 50 minutes.

How to Serve It
Serve warm with vanilla glaze.


21. Triple Nut Pumpkin Pecan Pie


Pecans, walnuts, and almonds combine for a nut lover’s dream.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup mixed nuts
  • ½ cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Mix and pour into crust.
  2. Bake 50 minutes at 350°F.

How to Serve It
Top with a drizzle of warm honey or maple glaze.


Conclusion

There’s something magical about pumpkin and pecan together — rich, spiced, and comforting. Whether you prefer yours classic or crave a twist like bourbon, chocolate, or maple, these 21 pumpkin pecan pies are made for cozy gatherings and sweet memories. Bake one (or a few) this season and share the warmth with the people you love.

Jenna Collins

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