Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie
Indulge in this decadent Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie, a Southern classic elevated with rich chocolate. This pie features a buttery crust, a gooey chocolate filling, and crunchy pecans, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 prepared pie crust (9-inch)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate.
- In a large bowl, whisk together sugar, corn syrup, and eggs until well combined.
- Stir in melted butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in pecan halves and chocolate chips.
- Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.
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