🥧 Pecan Pie in a Jar
I Went For It & Heard the Pinging!
📌 In This Article
🥧 The Crickets Story
"I asked about Pecan Pie in a Jar and heard crickets. So I just went for it! I can hear the pinging now!"
You ever ask a question in a canning group and get absolutely no response? That was me with Pecan Pie in a Jar. Crickets. 🦗
I thought, "Surely someone has done this." But nobody answered. So, I did what any stubborn rebel canner would do: I just went for it.
I mixed up a rich, brown-sugar and pecan filling, packed it into jars, and fired up the pressure canner. And now? I can hear the pinging now! The sweet sound of success. 😍
💬 The verdict: "I can hear the pinging now!" — When in doubt, just go for it.
💪 Why Can Pecan Pie Filling?
Pecan Pie on the Shelf!
🔔"I can hear the pinging now!"
Rich & Decadent
Pecans and brown sugar
Fast Dessert
Pour and bake
Shelf Stable
Up to 1 year
Have pecan pie anytime without the mess.
Canned pecan pie filling is perfect for holidays, emergency food storage, or anytime you want a rich, gooey dessert without making it from scratch. Just open a jar, pour it into a crust, and bake. It's that easy!
📦 Ingredients
🥧 For the Pecan Pie Filling
- 🌰 2 cups chopped pecans
- 🧈 ½ cup unsalted butter – melted
- 🍚 1½ cups brown sugar – packed
- 🍯 ½ cup light corn syrup
- 🍯 ½ cup dark corn syrup
- 🥚 4 large eggs – lightly beaten
- 🍦 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 🌿 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 🧂 ½ tsp salt
- 🍋 1 tbsp lemon juice – bottled (for acidity)
🫙 For the Jars
- 🫙 6 half-pint jars (8 oz each)
- 🧴 New lids and rings
💡 Pro tip: "I used a mix of light and dark corn syrup for the best flavor, but you can use all light if that's what you have."
📊 The Perfect Ratio
This recipe is tested and calibrated for safe pressure canning. Don't alter the ratios.
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Chopped pecans | 2 cups |
| Brown sugar | 1½ cups |
| Corn syrup | 1 cup total (light & dark) |
| Eggs | 4 large |
| Butter | ½ cup |
| Bottled lemon juice | 1 tbsp |
💡 Pro tip: "Don't skip the lemon juice. It adds the necessary acidity to make this safe for pressure canning."
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1 – Prepare Your Equipment
- Prepare your pressure canner, jars, and lids.
- Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for 10 minutes.
- Keep jars hot until ready to fill.
💡 Pro tip: "Always start with hot, sterilized jars for a good seal!"
Step 2 – Make the Filling
- In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, light corn syrup, dark corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice.
- Stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
⚠️ Important: "Don't whip too much air into the eggs. Whisk gently until just combined to avoid a foamy filling."
Step 3 – Fill the Jars
- Spoon the filling into hot half-pint jars, dividing the pecans evenly.
- Leave 1 inch headspace.
- Remove air bubbles with a bubble remover (a chopstick works great for this).
- Wipe rims clean with a damp cloth.
- Add lids and rings — finger-tight.
⚠️ Important: "Leave 1 inch headspace — it's essential for proper sealing and for the filling to expand."
Step 4 – Pressure Can
- Place jars in your pressure canner with 2-3 inches of water.
- Seal the canner and bring to 10 lbs pressure.
- Process half-pint jars for 40 minutes.
- Adjust for altitude if necessary.
⚠️ Important Safety Warning
Pecan pie filling MUST be pressure canned. Water bath canning is NOT safe for baked goods containing eggs or dairy. The temperature needs to reach 240°F to kill pathogens.
This is a rebel canning recipe. Follow safe canning practices and use your best judgment.
Step 5 – Cool and Store
- Allow pressure to naturally release to 0 PSI.
- Remove jars and cool on a dishtowel for 24 hours.
- Check seals — the lid should be concave and not flex.
- Store in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.
💡 Pro tip: "Listen for that satisfying 'ping' — that's the sound of success!"
Step 6 – Bake a Pie!
- When ready to serve, pour a jar of filling into an unbaked pie crust.
- Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes, until the center is set.
- Let cool completely before slicing.
💡 Pro tip: "If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil."
🍽️ How to Serve Your Canned Pecan Pie Filling
🥧 Quick Ideas
- 🥧 Classic Pie: Pour into a crust and bake
- 🥐 Tartlets: Fill mini tart shells
- 🥞 Waffle Topping: Warm and spoon over waffles
- 🍦 Ice Cream Sundae: Spoon over vanilla ice cream
- 🍰 Cheesecake Topping: Layer over a plain cheesecake
- 🍌 Banana Bread: Swirl into banana bread batter
💡 Pro tip: "Open a jar, pour into a crust, and bake. It's that easy!"
🥫 How to Store
- 🏠 Pantry: Up to 1 year in a cool, dark place
- 🧊 Refrigerator after opening: Use within 1 week
- 🥧 Baking: No need to thaw — use straight from the jar
💡 Pro tip: "Label your jars with the date so you know when they were canned."
💡 Pro Tips
- 🌰 Toast the pecans: Toasting them before mixing adds incredible depth of flavor.
- 🥚 Room temperature eggs: They blend smoother into the filling.
- 🍋 Don't skip the lemon juice: It's necessary for acidity and safety.
- 📏 Leave headspace: 1 inch is essential for safety.
- 🫙 Use new lids: Old lids may not seal properly.
- 🤘 Be a rebel: If nobody else has tried it, go for it!
💡 Pro tip: "I asked about Pecan Pie in a Jar and heard crickets. So I just went for it!"
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Can you really can pecan pie filling?
Yes! It's a rebel canning recipe, but many home canners have been doing it for years with great results. Pressure canning is essential.
❓ Is canned pecan pie safe?
When properly pressure canned at 10 lbs pressure for 40 minutes, it's considered safe by many rebel canners. Always follow safe canning practices.
❓ Can I water bath can pecan pie filling?
NO! Pecan pie must be pressure canned. Water bath canning is NOT safe for baked goods containing eggs or dairy.
❓ How long does canned pecan pie filling last?
Up to 1 year in a cool, dark place when properly pressure canned.
❓ How do I bake the pie?
Pour a jar into an unbaked pie crust and bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes, until the center is set.
❓ Why did my filling overflow?
You may have filled the jars too full. Only fill to 1 inch headspace to leave room for expansion.
❓ Can I use all light corn syrup?
Yes! The mix of light and dark adds depth, but all light will still work perfectly.
❓ Can I add chocolate chips?
Yes! Chocolate pecan pie filling is amazing. Just add a handful of chocolate chips to each jar before sealing.
❓ Why did my jar not seal?
Check the rim for residue (the filling is sticky!), use fresh lids, and ensure proper headspace.
❓ What if I hear crickets when I ask a question?
"So I just went for it! I can hear the pinging now!" — Sometimes you just have to be the trailblazer.
📄 Printable Recipe Card
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║ PECAN PIE IN A JAR ║
║ I Went For It & Heard the Pinging! ║
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YIELD: 6 half-pint jars | TIME: ~1.5 hours | PROCESS: 40 min
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INGREDIENTS
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- 2 cups chopped pecans
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1½ cups brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup dark corn syrup
- 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp bottled lemon juice
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INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Prepare pressure canner, jars, and lids.
2. Whisk together brown sugar, corn syrups, melted butter,
eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice.
Fold in chopped pecans.
3. Spoon filling into hot half-pint jars, leaving 1 inch
headspace. Remove air bubbles. Wipe rims clean.
Add lids and rings finger-tight.
4. PRESSURE CAN:
- Half-pints: 40 minutes at 10 lbs pressure
5. Cool, check seals, and store.
6. To serve: Pour a jar into an unbaked pie crust.
Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes until set.
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HOW TO SERVE
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✓ Classic Pecan Pie
✓ Mini Tartlets
✓ Waffle Topping
✓ Ice Cream Sundae
✓ Cheesecake Topping
✓ Banana Bread Swirl
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"I asked about Pecan Pie in a Jar and heard crickets.
So I just went for it! I can hear the pinging now!" 🥧🔔
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