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Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie

Indulgent Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie That's So Easy to Make

This Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie combines rich chocolate and crunchy pecans for a decadent dessert that will delight any crowd.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: easy cakes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups chocolate cookie crumbs Graham crackers with cocoa are great substitutes.
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter Melted.
For the Filling
  • 3 large eggs Bind the filling for texture.
  • 1 cups light corn syrup Provides sweetness and moisture.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Adjust based on taste preference.
  • 0.25 cups brown sugar Packed.
  • 0.25 cups unsweetened cocoa powder For intense chocolate flavor.
  • 1 cups chopped pecans Toast for extra flavor if desired.
  • 1 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Melty pockets of chocolate.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Elevates flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
Optional Toppings
  • whole pecans For presentation.
  • chocolate chunks Luxurious touch.
  • ganache drizzle Rich and silky.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9×9-inch pan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Oven
  • refrigerator

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Allow at least 10 minutes for the oven to warm up.
  2. Combine 1½ cups of chocolate cookie crumbs with ¼ cup of melted unsalted butter in a mixing bowl. Press into a parchment-lined 9×9-inch pan and refrigerate.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs until smooth. Mix in 1 cup of light corn syrup, ½ cup granulated sugar, ¼ cup brown sugar, ¼ cup cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and ½ teaspoon salt. Whisk until glossy.
  4. Gently fold in 1 cup of chopped pecans and 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  5. Pour the filling over the chilled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Arrange whole pecans on top if desired.
  6. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
  7. Cool the pie completely at room temperature for about an hour.
  8. Chill the pie in the fridge for about 2 hours before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Serve warm slices with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

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