Description
A delightful dessert combining the rich flavors of chocolate and pecans, perfect for any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups pecan halves
- 1 pre-made 9-inch pie crust (or homemade)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie pan and crimp the edges as desired.
- Evenly spread the pecan halves across the bottom of the pie crust.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Pour this mixture over the pecans, making sure they are well coated.
- Combine the chocolate chips and heavy cream in a small microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is smooth.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate over the pecan filling. Use a knife or spoon to gently swirl it for a marbled effect.
- Place the pie in your preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes. The filling should be set but slightly jiggly in the center. A toothpick inserted should come out mostly clean.
- Let the pie cool completely for at least 2 hours before slicing. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.
Notes
Use fresh pecans for the best flavor. A splash of bourbon can be added for a richer flavor. For a more intense chocolate experience, use dark chocolate.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg