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Chocolate Pecan Pie

Irresistible Chocolate Pecan Pie: No Corn Syrup Needed

This Chocolate Pecan Pie combines chocolate and pecans without corn syrup, creating a decadent dessert perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 412
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 pastry shell Homemade Pastry Shell Pre-baked for crispy texture.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Fresh, high-quality pecans.
  • 1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate can be substituted.
  • 3 large Eggs At room temperature.
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar or Coconut Sugar Coconut sugar is a low glycemic alternative.
  • 1 cup Maple Syrup Agave syrup can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tsp Cornstarch Acts as a thickening agent.
  • 1.5 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 0.25 cup Melted Butter Allow to cool slightly before adding.
For the Topping
  • 0.5 to 1 cup Whole Pecans For visual appeal on top.

Equipment

  • Pie dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to create a warm baking environment.
  2. Place your pre-baked homemade pastry shell into a pie dish.
  3. Evenly spread the chopped pecans and chocolate chips at the bottom of the pie shell.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together three large eggs at room temperature until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the light brown sugar, maple syrup, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt while blending thoroughly.
  6. Slowly drizzle in the melted butter while whisking continuously to achieve a smooth consistency.
  7. Carefully pour the prepared filling over the pecan and chocolate layers in the pie shell.
  8. Place the assembled pie in your preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes.
  9. Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 412kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 89mgSodium: 134mgPotassium: 131mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 330IUCalcium: 45mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Quality ingredients improve flavor. Try different extracts for variety.

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