We are excited about National Pecan Pie Day on July 12. It’s easy to support a day for one of our favorite treats. About 90 percent of Americans think eating a slice of pie is one of life’s simple joys, with 186 million pies sold each year. people who like pecan pie more than other pies see themselves as thoughtful and analytical. Whether you like it plain or with ice cream or whipped cream, It’s time to enjoy this tasty dessert today.
Know the History of National Pecan Pie Day
We don’t know exactly how National Pecan Pie Day began, but we owe thanks to the unknown person who came up with the idea because we love celebrating this amazing dessert.
Pecan pie has a long history in the South, but its origins are debated. Some people think it began in New Orleans with French immigrants in the 1700s after they learned about pecans from Native Americans.
Others say it started in Alabama, but there is no written evidence to support this. It’s easy to see why many Southerners might want to claim they invented pecan pie.
After the Civil War, commercial developers introduced several types of pecans to Georgia, which is now the top producer of pecans in the U.S.
Grafter pecan trees also became common in Louisiana in the mid-to late-1800s. The name “pecan” comes from the French word “pacane,” which comes from the Algonquian word for “nut.”
The first printed recipe for pecan pie appeared in the 1886 edition of Harper’s Bazaar magazine.
Later, various versions of the recipe were featured in popular cookbooks like Joy of Cooking. In the early 1900s, Karo corn syrup was invented, and a new story about the origin of pecan pie came up.
The wife of a Karo executive claimed she invented the recipe using Karo syrup instead of maple syrup, honey, or molasses. Whether or not her claim is true, Karo corn syrup helped make pecan pie more popular by including the recipe on its product can.
While most hold the perception that pecan pie remains a Southern dish, in reality, its popularity has swept across the U.S. with regions taking on their own ingredient preferences. Pecan pie holds a place in the Thanksgiving trinity of pies — pumpkin, pecan, and apple — most frequently enjoyed by families during this holiday. Due to this, many also consider pecan pie a dessert to savor during the fall- and winter months.
Although many people think of pecan pie as just a Southern dish, it’s popular all across the U.S., with different regions adding their twists to the recipe.
Pecan pie is one of the top three pies for Thanksgiving—along with pumpkin and apple—that families enjoy during the holiday. Because of this, pecan pie is often considered a special dessert for the fall and winter seasons.
| 8000 BC (First Pecan in the U.S.) |
Archeological findings discover that pecans were used in Texas by Native Americans for over 8,000 years. |
| 1886 (First Printed Recipe) | The first recipe is printed in “Harper’s Bazaar,” although people agree pecan pie was a Southern favorite long before this. |
| 1930s ( Key Ingredient Karo) | The Corn Products Refining Company created Karo, a corn syrup, and in 1930 the wife of one of their sales executives discovered it could be used as a sweeter substitute for maple syrup. |
| 1940s (Cookbook Favorite) | Pecan pie becomes a regular recipe in cookbooks. |
FAQ’s of National Pecan Pie Day
What is pecan pie made of?
Pecan pie is a delicious dessert made with pecan nuts mixed into a rich filling of eggs, butter, corn syrup, and sugar, which makes a sweet, caramel-like taste.
How many pecans are in a pecan pie?
On average, a pecan pie contains about 78 pecans.
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