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Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe

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Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie is a rich and decadent dessert combining the classic southern pecan pie with a luscious chocolate twist. With a buttery, flaky crust and a gooey filling of corn syrup, brown sugar, cocoa, pecans, and chocolate chips, this pie offers a perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and chocolaty flavors that will impress at any gathering.

Ingredients

For the Pie Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup ice water

For the Filling:

  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pie Crust: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Slowly add the ice water and stir just until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully preheat while you prepare the rest of the pie.
  3. Roll Out the Dough: Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Carefully transfer the dough to the pan, pressing it into the edges. Use a fork to prick the bottom of the crust to prevent bubbling during baking.
  4. Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, brown sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, and eggs until smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract, pecan halves, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, ensuring the nuts and chocolate are evenly distributed.
  5. Assemble and Bake: Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust. Place the pie on the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly puffed. The center should no longer be liquid but may have a slight jiggle.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and transfer it to a wire rack. Allow it to cool completely for at least 2 hours before slicing to ensure the filling has fully set for clean slices. Serve at room temperature and enjoy.

Notes

  • For a flakier crust, keep the butter as cold as possible before mixing.
  • Check the pie after 45 minutes to prevent over-baking – oven times may vary.
  • Letting the pie cool completely is crucial for clean slicing and rich flavor development.
  • Consider serving with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.

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