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Chocolate Pecan Pie

Irresistibly Decadent Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe to Indulge

Indulge in this chocolate pecan pie, a dessert that brings together rich chocolate and crunchy pecans for an unforgettable treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Dutch-Style Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Adds depth and a slightly bitter flavor.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and flakiness.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Key for a rich and flaky crust.
  • 0.25 cup Granulated Sugar Enhances sweetness of the crust.
  • 1 tsp Salt Balances flavors.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Semisweet Chocolate Wafers Provides molten chocolate pools.
  • 1 cup Pecan Halves Main textural component.
  • 0.75 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and caramel notes.
  • 3 large Eggs Binds filling.
For the Chantilly Cream
  • 1 cup Milk Chocolate Adds creaminess.
  • 0.5 cup Mascarpone Cheese Enriches the cream topping.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Essential for airy texture.
  • 2 tbsp Bourbon or Hazelnut Liqueur Brings warmth and complexity.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • 9-inch pie pan
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter. Add ice water until dough holds together. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Roll dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a pie pan, trim excess, and crimp edges.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Layer chocolate wafers and pecans in the pie crust.
  4. Whisk eggs and brown sugar together. Melt chocolate and mix into egg mixture. Pour over pecans.
  5. Bake for 45-50 minutes until set around edges but slightly jiggly in the center. Cool for 1 hour.
  6. Whip heavy cream, mascarpone, and melted chocolate until soft peaks form. Mix in liqueur or vanilla.
  7. Top slices of cooled pie with Chantilly cream and drizzle with melted chocolate if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use quality ingredients for the best flavor. Allow pie to cool completely for easy slicing.

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