Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350° F (177° C).

Step 2

Using an electric hand mixer, mix together butter and sugar in a medium-sized bowl until well blended. Add flour, cornstarch, and salt and mix until combined.

Step 3

Press the dough firmly into a lightly buttered 5x5-inch or 4x6-inch baking dish using your fingertips or the back of a spoon.

Step 4

Bake 18-20 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool, about 20 minutes.

Step 5

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the egg and sugar until well mixed.

Step 6

Add the melted butter, maple syrup, vanilla, flour, and salt and whisk until combined.

Step 7

Stir in the pecans.

Step 8

Pour the pecan pie filling over the crust and place the baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet to catch any possible spills.

Step 9

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned. Remove the finished pie from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool. The filling will continue to set as it cools.