upside down apple pecan pie

pickens, SC
Updated on Oct 27, 2025

This is the pie I won the NC state grand prize apple cook-off with. It looks like a lot of steps but its more simple than it sounds.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

Creative and so tasty, this apple pecan pie is a winner! We were a little nervous when flipping the pie, but we were very excited as released from the pie plate. It's a very impressive pie. The pecans are caramelized sugary goodness. A soft warm apple layer has the perfect balance of spices. Serve with ice cream and you have a show-stopping dessert.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 1 Hr
method Bake
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 - store-bought pie crust
  • 6 cups cored, peeled & sliced apples
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
  • 1 stick butter, softened
  • 1 1/8 teaspoons cinnamon, ground
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice, fresh
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon apple pie spice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

How To Make upside down apple pecan pie

  • Pecans placed in a greased pie plate.
    Step 1
    Rub softened butter on the bottom and sides of a deep-dish pie pan. Place pecans round side down till cover whole inside of the pan.
  • Brown sugar covering the pecans.
    Step 2
    Spread brown sugar till all nuts are covered. ,
  • Pie crust placed on top of the pecans.
    Step 3
    Place one pie crust on top of nuts. Press until forms the bottom of pan. Set aside.
  • Apples coated in flour, white sugar, spices, and vanilla poured into pie crust.
    Step 4
    In a bowl, place lemon juice, flour, white sugar, spices, and vanilla. Mix well. Add sliced apples and toss until coated. Pour into pie crust making as even as you can.
  • Second pie crust added to the pie plate.
    Step 5
    Cover with other pie crust. Fold over sides crimp together (don't worry about how it looks this is the bottom of your pie). Poke holes at random with a fork for steam.
  • Apple pecan pie baking in the oven.
    Step 6
    Place in 450 oven for 10 mins. Reduce heat to 350 for 45 mins.
  • Upside Down Apple Pecan Pie on a serving dish.
    Step 7
    Remove from oven. Let sit till the bubbling stops. Important: you must flip this over to serve while it's still hot. The pecans are the top of your pie should be very shiny and all pastry is covered.
  • Slice of Upside Down Apple Pecan Pie with ice cream.
    Step 8
    Serve warm with ice cream.

Nutrition Facts

(per serving*)
calories: 694kcal, carbohydrates: 92g, cholesterol: 30mg, fat: 36g, fiber: 5g, protein: 5g, saturated fat: 12g, sodium: 278mg, sugar: 63g, unsaturated fat: 24g
*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is estimated.

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Category: Pies
Keyword: #apple
Keyword: #pecan
Keyword: #pie
Collection: Member's Choice
Collection: A+ Apple Pie
Collection: Nuts for Baking
Collection: Holiday Baking
Collection: A is for Apple
Ingredient: Fruit
Method: Bake
Culture: American

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