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ambrosia pecan pie

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Private Recipe by
Kimmi Knippel (Sweet_Memories)
Cullowhee, NC

Orange peel & coconut combine with pecans to make this a truly special and rich tasting dessert.

(2 ratings)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 1 Hr

Ingredients For ambrosia pecan pie

  • 3 lg
    eggs
  • 3/4 c
    corn syrup, light
  • 1/2 c
    sugar
  • 3 Tbsp
    brown sugar
  • 3 Tbsp
    orange juice, fresh
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter, melted
  • 1 Tbsp
    orange zest
  • 1/8 tsp
    salt
  • 1 1/2 c
    pecans, chopped
  • 2/3 c
    coconut
  • 9"
    unbaked pie shell

How To Make ambrosia pecan pie

  • 1
    In a large bowl, beat the eggs, corn syrup, sugars, orange juice, butter, orange peel & salt until well blended. Stir in pecans & coconut.
  • 2
    Pour into pastry shell. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 50 - 60 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • 3
    Cover edges with foil during the last 15 minutes to prevent overbrowning if necessary. Cool on a wire rack.
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