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

There's nothing quite like a slice of homemade pie to bring comfort and joy to any occasion. And when it comes to iconic American desserts, few can compete with the decadent and delicious Kentucky Chocolate-Pecan Pie. This indulgent dessert is a Southern classic that combines the rich and gooey goodness of a traditional pecan pie with the added depth and richness of chocolate.

Originating in the heart of the Bluegrass State, this recipe has been passed down through generations of Sout...

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Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup corn syrup (such as Karo®)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped
  • ½ cup shredded unsweetened coconut
  • 1 (9 inch) unbaked pie shell

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 4 hrs
  • Total Time: 4 hrs 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9-inch pie

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat eggs together in a bowl; beat in white sugar and brown sugar. Mix in corn syrup, butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Fold in chocolate chips, chopped pecans, and coconut. Pour into the prepared pie shell.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, 45 to 50 minutes. Be sure to watch the rim of the pie for overbrowning, covering with foil after 30 minutes if needed. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 4 hours.
  • Nutrition

    636 cal.

    • Total Fat: 41g
    • Saturated Fat: 18g
    • Cholesterol: 77mg
    • Sodium: 302mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 69g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 44g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 45mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 223mg