Description
This rich and decadent Chocolate Fudge Pecan Pie combines the classic sweetness of pecan pie with luscious chocolate flavor. Featuring a smooth fudge filling studded with crunchy pecans and semi-sweet chocolate chips, all nestled in a flaky 9-inch pie crust, this dessert is perfect for holidays or special occasions. The pie is baked to a perfect set with a slightly cracked top and is delicious served with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an indulgent finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Filling
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups pecan halves
- ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your unbaked pie crust by fitting it into a 9-inch pie dish, setting it aside for the filling.
- Mix filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the light corn syrup, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted unsalted butter, eggs, unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add chocolate chips and pecans: Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and pecan halves evenly into the filling mixture, ensuring they are well distributed.
- Fill the crust: Pour the prepared chocolate and pecan filling into the unbaked pie crust, spreading it evenly to all edges.
- Bake the pie: Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes, or until the center is set and the top develops a slight crack. To prevent over-browning, cover the pie crust edges with foil during the last 15 to 20 minutes if needed.
- Cool completely: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool fully at room temperature. The filling will continue to set as it cools, ensuring the perfect texture before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Serve warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
- For a richer flavor, lightly toast pecan halves in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant before adding to the filling.
- This pie can be prepared the day before and stored at room temperature, allowing flavors to meld beautifully.
