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Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie

Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie - Indulge in Southern Richness

This Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie combines nutty pecans and rich chocolate for a delightful dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup Pecans Toast in a dry pan for 3-5 minutes for enhanced flavor.
  • 1 cup Semi-sweet or Dark Chocolate Chips Can substitute with chopped chocolate bars.
  • 1 cup Sugar Honey or maple syrup can be substituted, may alter texture.
  • 3 large Eggs For vegan, consider flax eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for best results.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavor.
Crust
  • 1/2 cup Butter Unsalted recommended.
  • 1 pie crust Pie Crust Store-bought or homemade.

Equipment

  • Pie dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Pie Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prepare the crust: Combine flour, butter, and salt, then roll out for your pie dish.
  3. Layer toasted pecans evenly across the bottom of the crust.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  5. Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
  6. Gently fold the melted chocolate into the filling mixture.
  7. Pour the filling over the pecan base and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50-55 minutes, until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  9. Allow the pie to cool for at least an hour before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Can be made a day in advance for better flavor.

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