Island Pecan Pie

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2️⃣ Prepare the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and rum (if using) until smooth and well combined.

3️⃣ Add Tropical Ingredients
Stir in the drained crushed pineapple and shredded coconut until evenly distributed.

4️⃣ Assemble the Pie
Place the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Pour the filling into the crust and spread evenly. Arrange pecan halves neatly on top.

5️⃣ Bake
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips. Bake for 50–55 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
Tip: If the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil.

6️⃣ Cool
Cool the pie completely on a wire rack before slicing. This helps the filling set properly.

💡 Tips for Perfect Island Pecan Pie

✅ Drain the Pineapple Well – Excess moisture can make the filling too runny.
✅ Use Room Temperature Ingredients – They blend more smoothly.
✅ Protect the Crust – Cover edges with foil if they brown too fast.

✨ Recipe Variations

Chocolate Island Pecan Pie – Add 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips to the filling.

Spiced Island Pecan Pie – Mix in 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg.

No-Rum Version – Omit rum or use a splash of rum extract for flavor.