Description
This fudgy chocolate pecan pie combines the rich texture of a brownie with the sweet crunch of a Southern classic. It’s gooey, chocolatey, and absolutely unforgettable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup whole pecans
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a baking sheet inside to heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cocoa powder.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
- Fold in chopped pecans.
- Roll out and press the unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish. Crimp the edges if desired.
- Pour the filling into the crust. Arrange whole pecans neatly on top.
- Place the pie on the hot baking sheet and bake for 50 to 55 minutes. The center should have a slight jiggle.
- Let the pie cool completely for a few hours to firm up.
- Slice and serve plain or with whipped cream or ice cream.
Notes
- Toast pecans for deeper flavor.
- Use room temperature eggs for better mixing.
- Chill before slicing for clean cuts.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder to boost chocolate flavor.
- Don’t overbake. The center should still jiggle slightly when done.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 42g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chocolate pecan pie, fudgy pecan pie, holiday dessert, southern pie recipe, chocolate pie