Description
Chocolate pecan pie is a delightful fusion of rich chocolate and crunchy pecans, all enveloped in a perfectly flaky crust. This decadent dessert not only tantalizes your taste buds but also creates cherished memories at family gatherings. Whether served warm with a scoop of ice cream or chilled for a refreshing treat, this pie is sure to impress at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecan nuts (whole)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare your pie crust by rolling it into a 9-inch pie pan, crimping the edges.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Add sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in chopped pecans and melted chocolate until evenly distributed.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust and bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing. Serve warm or chilled with whipped cream or ice cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added depth, substitute half the chocolate with caramel or add a splash of bourbon. Sprinkle sea salt on top before serving for a delightful contrast.