Dark Chocolate Pecan Pie
Dark Chocolate Pecan Pie is a decadent dessert that perfectly balances rich chocolate and crunchy pecans. With its glossy top and irresistible flavor, this pie is sure to impress at any gathering. Whether it’s a holiday feast or an everyday treat, your guests will be clamoring for seconds. Best of all, it’s easy to make and takes less than an hour from start to finish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup high-quality dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 1 cup pecans (lightly toasted)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 pre-made pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt dark chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl over simmering water until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until fluffy.
- Fold the melted chocolate mixture into the egg mixture gently.
- Stir in toasted pecans and pour filling into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider swapping half the dark chocolate with milk chocolate for a sweeter taste. Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor; don’t skip this step! Chill the pie before slicing for cleaner cuts.