Texas Trash Pie: Gooey Goodness for Your Next Gathering

Texas Trash Pie is a delightful combination of gooey sweetness and salty crunch, perfect for any gathering.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 1 15

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pie Base

1 9 or 10-inch Frozen Deep Dish Pie Crust Use store-bought or homemade.

For the Filling

1 cup Semisweet Chocolate Chips Can substitute with milk chocolate.
1 cup Pretzels, Coarsely Crushed Can substitute with crushed peanuts or granola.
1 cup Graham Crackers, Coarsely Crushed Can use more pretzels for a saltier flavor.
1 cup Shredded Coconut Can omit or replace with graham crackers.
3/4 cup Pecan Pieces Can omit or substitute with sunflower seeds.
1 cup Kraft Caramel Bits Can substitute with chopped soft caramel candies.
1/2 cup Melted Butter Unsalted is preferred.
1 can - 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk Can use evaporated milk cautiously.

Equipment

oven
Microwave
mixing bowl
spatula
Plastic bag or food processor

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your ingredients.
Melt ½ cup of unsalted butter in the microwave for 30-45 seconds.
Coarsely crush 1 cup of pretzels and 1 cup of graham crackers.
Combine the melted butter with the filling ingredients and mix thoroughly.
Fill the pie crust with the mixture, spreading it evenly.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, checking for doneness after 25 minutes.
Allow the pie to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent finish.

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