German Chocolate Pecan Pie - Easy Recipes for Family Time - Seeded At The Table (2024)

FAQs

How long does chocolate pecan pie last in the fridge? ›

These pies can be kept three to four days. Fruit pies such as cherry and apple can be stored at room temperature one to two days or seven days in the refrigerator. Some perishable pies, such as pumpkin and pecan, purchased in store bakeries, may contain preservatives.

It has eggs which means pecan pie needs to be refrigerated. It can sit out for about two hours though, so if you like it at room temperature, pull it out of the fridge half an hour or so before you serve it.

A hard pecan pie means it was cooked too long.

If a pie contains eggs or dairy products, it should be stored in the refrigerator and not left out at room temperature for more than two hours. Pies that do not contain dairy products, such as fruit pies can be stored, loosely covered at room temperature for up to two days.

Store the wrapped pie in the refrigerator for up to four days. Once you're ready to eat the pecan pie, you can serve it cool from the fridge or reheated.

Try a light spray of cooking oil or line the pan with parchment paper if it's a persistant problem. I'm a fan of baking parchment paper. The treated surface or coatings on this paper give it a non-stick surface and resistance to higher temperatures than normal paper.

This pie is essentially a custard pie that means a runny center is a result of under baking. Most recipes suggest baking your pie for at least 60 to 70 minutes at 350 degrees to get the perfect pecan pie. However, depending on the oven, a pie can take more than 75 minutes.

Yes, you can overcook a pecan pie.

A pecan pie is likely overcooked or has been in the oven too long if the top turns black or the filling starts to crack. Overbaking your pie can make it sticky or crunchy, causing the filling to become tough, hard, and difficult to eat.

You will know your pecan pie is done cooking when you can gently shake the pie dish and see that the center of the pie is not overly jiggly and the outer edges are set. If the pie jiggles a lot when you gently shake the pan, continue cooking it until the center is a little more set.

Should my pecan pie be bubbling? ›

To avoid this, always start your pecan pie at a high enough temperature, such as 425 to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. You can lower the temperature to around 350 degrees Fahrenheit after the first half-hour, or 30 minutes. It is done when you notice the pecan filling is bubbling and the pie is browned.

You can certainly use a regular ol' pie plate for this, but prepared to have some leftover filling. Just divide the filling into some little ramekins or bowls and refrigerate it. How long is chocolate pie good for? It'll stay good for about three days in the fridge, covered in plastic wrap.

Once your pecan pie is cool, loosely wrap it in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. To preserve its texture and shape you want to avoid wrapping it too tightly. A cooled and lightly wrapped pecan pie can be refrigerated for up to four days, which means you can bake your pie well in advance of when you plan to serve it.

Chocolate covered pecans are good for up to 7 days in the fridge. Freezer: To freeze, layer the pecans in a freezer-safe bag or container between layers of wax or parchment paper. Store for up to 3 months.

Apple and other fruit pies will last at room temperature for up to two days, then in the fridge for two more. Pumpkin, custard, or other egg/dairy-based pies can be stored in the fridge for up to four days. Pie dough will last for two to three days in the fridge, or up to three months in the freezer.