Description
Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie is a luscious dessert that beautifully combines rich chocolate and crunchy pecans in a buttery crust. Each slice offers a delightful contrast of gooey filling and nutty texture, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether served warm or chilled, this pie is sure to impress family and friends alike. Perfect for holiday gatherings or simply as a sweet indulgence after a long week, this easy recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped pecans (lightly toasted)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, light corn syrup, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
- Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake on a baking sheet for 50-60 minutes or until the edges are set and the center remains slightly jiggly.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing. Serve warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg