Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie, a luscious dessert that seamlessly blends rich chocolate with crunchy pecans. Perfect for any occasion, from family dinners to festive gatherings, this pie is sure to impress your guests and become a cherished favorite. With its easy preparation and make-ahead convenience, you can focus on enjoying quality time with loved ones while treating them to this decadent sweet. Every slice offers a warm hug of comfort and satisfaction that will leave everyone wanting more!
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust by mixing flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Stir in ice water until just combined. Form into a disk and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie pan; prick the bottom with a fork.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and eggs until smooth. Mix in vanilla, pecans, and chocolate chips.
- Pour filling into the prepared crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 115g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg