Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place your unbaked pie crust into your 9-inch pie dish, pressing it gently to fit the shape. Crimp edges decoratively if desired. Set aside.

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined and smooth.

Stir in the pecan halves, ensuring they are evenly coated with the filling mixture. Pour mixture into the prepared pie crust and spread evenly.

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes. The filling should be set but slightly jiggly in the center. Cover crust edges with foil after 30 minutes to prevent burning.

Remove pie from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack to allow the filling to set. Serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.