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Pecan pie is a pie made primarily with corn syrup and pecan nuts. Variations may include white or brown sugar sugar syrup molasses maple syrup or honey. It is popularly served at holiday meals and is also considered a specialty of Southern U.S. cuisine. Most pecan pie recipes include salt and vanilla as flavorings. Chocolate and bourbon whiskey are other popular additions to the recipe. Pecan pie is often served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.