Poor Man's Pecan Pie Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Oct 01, 2009

This was really good! I thought it was a great idea to use rolled oats instead of pecans because pecans are so expensive. The top tasted a lot like granola. I thought the middle part did taste just like pecan pie and the oats on top are really good. Only change I made was I used light corn syrup like other reviewers suggested and I used half granulated sugar and half brown sugar (which I always do for my pecan pie). I made it in a smaller pie pan (so I halved everything) and I cooked it 40 minutes and it was done. I think if you made the recipe in a full pie pan it definitely would need more time than that since it would be thicker, and you'd have more filling. I found that if when you are baking it and the filling moves a whole lot because it is very liquidy in the middle, then it is not done. It usually is done when it moves just a little when you shake it (like jello). I did not think that this should have received a lower rating because someone cooked it incorrectly. All ovens cook differently, so you have to figure out on your own when it looks done. Thanks so much for the recipe. I will make it again! (I was testing it out for a fall festival and am going to make another one in a couple days.)

—fisch

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Dec 09, 2007

This didn't turn out at all. Perhaps the cooking time or oven temperature is wrong on this recipe, or there wasn't enough oats, or perhaps it needed another egg. At any rate, the pie was pure liquid inside after 45 minutes in the oven and overnight in the fridge. The recipe author needs to include how to tell if it is done. I'm currently trying to rescue the ingredients by destroying the pie and cooking it in a jelly roll pan. We'll see how that goes. Also, the portions that did cook tasted nothing like pecan pie. It tasted good, but it wouldn't fool anybody, not even a poor man. Update: the jelly roll pan trick worked, and it tasted nice (although nothing like pecan pie), but as written, my one star rating stands.

—brandy

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Nov 17, 2005

This is a excellent pie. I love to bake and this is so easy and good. The price of Pecans are through the roof these days and if you are looking for a tasty cheaper pecan pie than this is it!!!! It looks to nice too. I used Light Corn Syrup(that is all I had) instead and it turned out great!!!

—mccanahan

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Nov 09, 2008

This is the best pie ever. I love the pecan pie but do not like the pecans and this makes a wonderfully rich pie. This recipe is also good to make for family gathering as a substitute for pecan pie for those that may be allergic to nuts. This pie always turns out good. You can substitute light Karo syrup for dark Karo syrup, it works for me.

—Katie

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Dec 02, 2010

WOW!! It was great! I love pecan pie but refused to drag 4 kids along to find pecans the day before Thanksgiving. I took this to my in-laws and it was gone BEFORE the traditional pecan pie that was already there. Many compliments and requests for the recipe. I did have to cook it longer and I used light corn syrup b/c that's what I had on hand. I'm trying to find an excuse to make it again :)

—Gina

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May 26, 2004

I think this pie would be better with a light corn syrup. Mine needed about an hour to cook

—CARLYRAY

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Dec 27, 2008

This turned out great for an alternative to traditional pecan pie. I followed the recipe exactly, however, I did cook it approximately 60 minutes. I also used the quick oats (that's all I had). It was still a little runny in the middle. I will definitely try this recipe again and probably add a little flour and use the old fashioned oats.

—susan5113

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Dec 02, 2009

This pie was a hit at Thanksgiving this year. My sister in law and I don't like pecans so I made this as an alternative! Even the Pecan Pie junkies were eating on our pie along with their own! It was VERY easy to make, but I did have to leave it in a little longer. Also, I did use the light like others. I would recommend this pie and do plan on making it again!

—krit2977

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Nutrition

Calories
505 kcal
25%

Carbohydrates
74.2 g
24%

Cholesterol
136 mg
45%

Fat
22.1 g
34%

Fiber
1.8 g
7%

Protein
6 g
12%

Sodium
346 mg
14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Poor Man's Pecan Pie

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 505
Calories from Fat: 199

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.1g 34 %
Saturated Fat 10g 50 %
Cholesterol 136mg 45 %
Sodium 346mg 14 %
Potassium 107mg 3 %
Total Carbohydrates 74.2g 24 %
Dietary Fiber 1.8g 7 %
Protein 6g 12 %
Sugars 36.3g
Vitamin A 10 %
Vitamin C 0 %
Calcium 4 %
Iron 17 %
Thiamin 18 %
Niacin 17 %
Vitamin B6 3 %
Magnesium 8 %
Folate 18 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.