Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Chocolate Pecan Pie, a delightful dessert that beautifully marries gooey chocolate with the nutty crunch of pecans. This decadent pie, enveloped in a flaky homemade crust, is the perfect centerpiece for holiday gatherings such as Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or Christmas. With its irresistible sweetness and comforting texture, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them reaching for seconds. Easy to make, this pie invites bakers of all skill levels to create a festive treat that shines at any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 single batch Best Ever Pie Crust
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 4 large eggs (at room temperature, lightly beaten)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons bourbon (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Let the pie crust sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes before rolling it out into a 13-inch circle about 1/8-inch thick.
- Fit the dough into a greased 9-inch deep dish pie pan, trimming excess and crimping the edges.
- Spread pecans and chocolate chips evenly on the bottom of the prepared crust.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, both sugars, corn syrup, bourbon (if using), vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the filling over the pecans and chocolate chips.
- Bake for about 50-55 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Use a pie shield during baking if necessary to prevent over-browning.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (143g)
- Calories: 457
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 188mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg