Description
Derby Pie is a classic Southern dessert featuring a rich, gooey filling of semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped pecans baked in a flaky pie crust. Perfectly balanced between sweet and nutty flavors, this pie is traditionally served at gatherings and pairs wonderfully with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Filling
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s at the right temperature for baking the pie evenly.
- Prepare Filling Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, melted butter, flour, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring a consistent texture.
- Add Chocolate and Pecans: Gently stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped pecans into the filling mixture, distributing them evenly throughout.
- Fill Pie Crust: Pour the prepared filling mixture into the unbaked 9-inch pie crust, spreading it out evenly to the edges.
- Bake the Pie: Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes. The filling should be set but remain slightly jiggly in the center when done, indicating perfect gooey texture.
- Cool the Pie: Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature to let the filling set further and make slicing easier.
- Serve: Slice the cooled pie and serve it as is or topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Be careful not to overbake; the center should remain slightly jiggly for the best texture.
- You can substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate chips based on preference.
- For enhanced flavor, toast the pecans lightly before adding to the filling.
- Ensure the pie crust is properly chilled before filling to prevent sogginess.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator; best enjoyed within 3 days.
