How to Make Easy Chocolate Pecan Pie - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of traditional southern comfort food, then you're probably familiar with the iconic pecan pie. This sweet and nutty dessert has been a staple at family gatherings and holiday meals for generations. But what if we told you that you could take this classic recipe to the next level by adding a rich and indulgent chocolate twist?

Introducing the Easy Chocolate Pecan Pie - a delectable dessert that combines the familiar flavors of pecans and sweet, gooey filling with the de...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
  • ⅓ cup butter
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 teaspoon instant coffee powder (Optional)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C.) In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in sugar, and set aside to cool.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat eggs well. Stir in salt, corn syrup and melted butter mixture. Add coffee powder mixed with 1 teaspoon water, if desired. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  • Spread chocolate chips evenly over the bottom of the pie crust. Pour pecan mixture over the crust.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 45 to 50 minutes, or until set. Cover and let stand at room temperature about 8 hours before serving. Pie will be soft.
  • Combine cream, confectioners' sugar, and vanilla in a small mixing bowl. Whip until stiff. Garnish pie.
  • Nutrition

    640 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 111mg
    • Sodium: 304mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 75g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 41g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 190mg