Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie
This Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie is a rich and decadent twist on a classic dessert. The combination of chocolate and pecans creates a truly unforgettable flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup vegetable shortening, chilled
- 4-6 tablespoons ice water
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Make the Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Cut in butter and shortening using a pastry blender or your fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until dough just comes together. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate, trim and crimp edges.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Stir in pecan halves and chocolate chips. Pour filling into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges with foil.
- Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special treat.
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