Description
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie, a Southern classic that combines gooey chocolate with crunchy toasted pecans in a flaky pie crust. Perfect for special occasions or a comforting weekend treat, this pie offers a symphony of textures and flavors that will satisfy any sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 unbaked pecan pie crust shell
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped semi-sweet chocolate
- 1 1/2 cups Pecans, toasted and chopped
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Ensure even baking from the start.
- Toast the Pecans: Spread pecans on a baking sheet and toast for about 8 minutes until fragrant. Chop and set aside.
- Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt dark chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Cool slightly.
- Mix the filling: Whisk eggs, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until blended. Stir in melted chocolate.
- Incorporate the flour: Add flour to thicken the filling. Gently fold in toasted pecans.
- Pour the filling into the unbaked pie shell, spreading evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until set and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
- Cool the pie on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 420 Kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 65mg