Description
This Kentucky Pecan Pie is a rich, decadent dessert combining the classic gooey sweetness of pecan pie with the indulgent addition of semi-sweet chocolate chips. Baked in a flaky pie crust, it offers a perfect balance of nutty crunch and chocolatey richness, ideal for holiday gatherings or any special occasion.
Ingredients
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Pie Filling
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pie Crust
- 1 (9-inch) deep dish unbaked pie shell
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 325°F (163°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature when your pie is ready to bake.
- Prepare Filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips, chopped pecans, beaten eggs, sugar, melted butter, all-purpose flour, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated to create a smooth filling.
- Fill Pie Shell: Pour the prepared filling evenly into the unbaked 9-inch deep dish pie shell, making sure it’s well distributed.
- Bake the Pie: Place the filled pie in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour, or until the top of the pie is set and looks firm to the touch.
- Cool the Pie: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely at room temperature. Cooling ensures the filling sets properly for clean slicing.
- Serve: Slice the pie and serve slightly warm. For an extra indulgent touch, accompany each slice with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
- Ensure the pie is fully cooled before slicing to get clean slices.
- Use a fresh pie crust or homemade crust to enhance flavor and texture.
- You can toast the pecans lightly beforehand to deepen their flavor.
- For a less sweet pie, consider reducing sugar quantity slightly.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
