Description
This classic Chocolate Pecan Pie combines the rich, sweet flavors of traditional pecan pie with the luscious addition of semi-sweet chocolate chips, creating a decadent dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups pecan halves
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9” pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) to prepare for baking the pie.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, light corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
- Add Pecans and Chocolate: Gently fold in the pecan halves and semi-sweet chocolate chips into the wet mixture, ensuring even distribution without breaking the nuts.
- Fill Pie Crust: Pour the prepared filling into the unbaked 9-inch pie crust placed on a baking tray to catch any drips.
- Bake the Pie: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes. The center should be slightly soft but not watery, the top opaque, and the pecans golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing to ensure clean cuts and optimal flavor.
Notes
- Chocolate pecan pie offers a delightful twist on the traditional pecan pie by adding rich semi-sweet chocolate chips for extra depth of flavor.
- Use a baking tray under the pie to prevent any possible drips from burning in the oven.
- Allowing the pie to cool completely is crucial for the filling to set properly.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 612 kcal
- Sugar: 69 g
- Sodium: 147 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.02 g
- Carbohydrates: 86 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 63 mg
