Description
Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie is an indulgent dessert that harmoniously combines rich, melted chocolate with crunchy, toasted pecans, all nestled in a flaky, buttery crust. This treat is perfect for any gathering or special occasion, as each slice offers a delightful balance of sweetness and nuttiness that will surely impress your guests. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled on its own, this pie is destined to become a beloved favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 cup toasted pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup light corn syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your pie crust in a pie dish.
- Melt dark chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler until smooth; let cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, and corn syrup until blended. Stir in melted chocolate and vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust and bake for 60-70 minutes until set but slightly wobbly in the center.
- Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg