Description
Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie is a decadent dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and crunchy pecans in a buttery crust. This pie is perfect for any occasion, from festive holidays to casual get-togethers, and is sure to impress your guests with its velvety texture and irresistible taste. Enjoy it warm or chilled, topped with whipped cream or ice cream for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Place pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Add eggs one at a time while whisking. Stir in vanilla extract and heavy cream.
- Fold in chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour filling into the prepared crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Allow pie to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg