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Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie

Irresistible Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie You'll Love to Make

Enjoy the delightful blend of buttery pecans and rich chocolate in this Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie—a true celebration dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 cup Pecan Halves Toast in a dry pan for 3-5 minutes over medium heat.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 cup Corn Syrup Light or dark corn syrup can be used interchangeably.
  • 3 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used as substitutes.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips (Semi-sweet or Dark) Chopped chocolate bars can also be used.
For the Pie Crust (if homemade)
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Foundation for a flaky crust.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Chill well before using.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt A pinch enhances sweetness.
  • 3-4 tablespoons Water Keep it ice-cold for best results.

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Microwave-safe Bowl
  • whisk
  • Oven
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.
  2. Arrange the toasted pecan halves evenly across the bottom of the crust.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and fold into the filling mixture.
  5. Pour the chocolate filling over the pecans, ensuring an even distribution.
  6. Bake the pie for about 50-60 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  7. Remove from the oven, let cool on a wire rack for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve warm or cold, ideally with vanilla ice cream for enhanced flavor. Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 3 days or in the fridge for 5 days.

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