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Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie

Healthy Fact of the Day

Pecans are rich in healthy monounsaturated fats and provide vitamin E, which supports heart health. Their natural oils also help create that signature gooey texture without needing excessive added fats.

This Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie elevates your Sweet Sundae dessert spread with the perfect marriage of classic pecan pie and rich chocolate indulgence. The combination of buttery pecan halves and semi-sweet chocolate chips creates layers of flavor and texture that make every bite irresistible. It’s the kind of show-stopping dessert that becomes a family tradition and has everyone asking for the recipe.

If you’re drawn to rich, nutty desserts, you’ll love our Apple Pie Bars with Salted Peanut Butter Caramel for another sweet-and-salty combination. For more chocolate decadence, try the Chocolate Cherry Upside Down Cake that delivers similar rich, crowd-pleasing flavors perfect for your dessert table.

Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie

Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie

Recipe by Daily Disher

Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie combines the classic pecan pie filling with semi-sweet chocolate chips for a rich, indulgent dessert that’s perfect for special occasions and Sunday gatherings.

Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
1.4 from 18 votes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1 9-inch pie crust

    • 1 cup dark corn syrup

    • 0.5 cup sugar

    • 0.25 cup butter, melted

    • 1 tsp vanilla extract

    • 3 eggs, beaten

    • 1 cup pecan halves

    • 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

    Directions

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the pie perfectly.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the corn syrup, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
    • Add the beaten eggs to the mixture and continue to whisk until smooth and uniform.
    • Spread the pecan halves evenly across the bottom of the prepared pie crust.
    • Sprinkle the chocolate chips over the pecans, ensuring even distribution for consistent flavor.
    • Pour the wet mixture over the pecans and chocolate chips, filling up to the crust edge.
    • Place the pie on the center rack of the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes.
    • Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean when ready.
    • Once baked, allow the pie to cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours to set properly.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

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    1.4 from 18 votes

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