Description
This decadent Chocolate Fudge Pecan Pie combines rich semisweet chocolate and buttery pecans in a classic deep-dish pie crust. Sweetened with corn syrup and sugar, this luscious dessert offers a perfect balance of gooey fudge filling and crunchy toasted pecans, making it a delightful treat for holidays or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch deep-dish pie crust
Filling
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips, melted
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the pie.
- Mix melted chocolate and butter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted semisweet chocolate chips and melted unsalted butter until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add wet and dry ingredients: To the chocolate mixture, add the eggs, light corn syrup, granulated sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Whisk until the filling is thoroughly blended and slightly glossy.
- Incorporate pecan halves: Gently fold in the pecan halves into the chocolate filling, ensuring even distribution without breaking the nuts.
- Fill the crust: Pour the prepared chocolate and pecan mixture into the unbaked deep-dish pie crust, spreading it evenly.
- Bake the pie: Place the pie on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly puffed. If the edges of the crust start to brown too quickly, cover them with aluminum foil to prevent burning.
- Cool the pie: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. This cooling period helps the filling set properly.
- Serve and enjoy: Slice and serve the pie plain or topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finish.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the pecans lightly in a dry skillet until fragrant before adding to the filling.
- Cover pie edges with foil if browning too fast during baking to prevent burning.
- Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for a richer dessert experience.
