Bittersweet Chocolate Pecan Pie

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Bittersweet Chocolate Pecan Pie
180 min.
8
509kcal

Suggestions

Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of this Bittersweet Chocolate Pecan Pie, a perfect dessert to impress at any gathering or cozy night in. Combining the deep, complex notes of fine-quality bittersweet chocolate with the crunchy, buttery goodness of toasted pecans, this pie offers a sublime balance of bittersweet and nutty flavors that dance on your palate. The luscious filling is sweetened with dark corn syrup and light brown sugar, creating that classic sticky-smooth texture pecan pie lovers crave, yet elevated with the addition of premium chocolate for a sophisticated twist.

What makes this pie truly special is the harmony between the crisp, golden crust and the velvety chocolate layer beneath a generous topping of pecans. The process requires patience, with a baking time that ensures the filling is perfectly puffed and set, but the results are absolutely worth it. Topped with lightly sweetened whipped cream, every bite melts in your mouth, with just the right touch of sweetness to complement the robust chocolate and rich pecans.

This recipe is vegetarian-friendly and yields eight generous servings, making it ideal for sharing during holidays or special occasions. While it takes around three hours including preparation and baking time, the ease of combining simple ingredients and classic techniques makes it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Plus, it can be baked a day ahead, allowing the flavors to meld and the pie to be served warm or at room temperature.

If you love the indulgent combination of chocolate and nuts, this Bittersweet Chocolate Pecan Pie is a must-try that is sure to become a beloved staple in your dessert repertoire.

Ingredients

  • 3.5 ounces fine-quality 60%- to 70%-cacao bittersweet chocolate bar finely chopped
  • 0.8 cup plus dark
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar light packed
  • servings accompaniment: lightly whipped cream sweetened
  • servings pastry dough 
  • ounces pecan halves cooled toasted
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract pure

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • aluminum foil
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F with rack in middle.
  2. Melt chocolate in a metal bowl set over barely simmering water, stirring.
  3. Remove from heat.
  4. Roll out dough into a 13-inch round on a lightly floured surface with a lightly floured rolling pin. Fit into a 9-inch pie plate. Trim excess dough, leaving a 1/2-inch overhang. Fold overhang under and press against rim of pie plate, then crimp decoratively.
  5. Spread chocolate in bottom of pie shell with back of spoon and let it set, then cover with pecans.
  6. Whisk together eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a bowl, then whisk in corn syrup and pour over pecans.
  7. Bake pie until filling is puffed and crust is golden, 50 to 60 minutes. (If pie is browning too fast after 30 minutes, loosely cover with foil.) Cool pie on a rack to warm or room temperature.
  8. Serve with whipped cream.
  9. Pie can be baked 1 day ahead and chilled, uncovered, until cool, then covered. Reheat in a 350°F oven until warm, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories509kcal
Protein5.5%
Fat53.9%
Carbs40.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.13
Glycemic Load
27.09
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.619999862236%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.66mg
Delphinidin
1.81mg
Catechin
1.8mg
Epigallocatechin
1.4mg
Epicatechin
0.2mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.57mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:508.65kcal
25.43%
Fat:31.62g
48.65%
Saturated Fat:8.89g
55.54%
Carbohydrates:53.58g
17.86%
Net Carbohydrates:49.49g
17.99%
Sugar:38.9g
43.23%
Cholesterol:90.67mg
30.22%
Sodium:251.41mg
10.93%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.17%
100%
Caffeine:9.92mg
3.31%
Protein:7.26g
14.53%
Manganese:1.49mg
74.64%
Copper:0.57mg
28.55%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.79%
Selenium:13.01µg
18.58%
Iron:3.23mg
17.92%
Magnesium:66.84mg
16.71%
Fiber:4.09g
16.38%
Phosphorus:162.2mg
16.22%
Zinc:1.89mg
12.57%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.51%
Folate:31.08µg
7.77%
Potassium:257.33mg
7.35%
Vitamin A:337.48IU
6.75%
Vitamin B5:0.63mg
6.3%
Calcium:62.97mg
6.3%
Vitamin B3:1.23mg
6.14%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.06%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.22%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.36%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.5%
Vitamin K:2.3µg
2.2%
Source:Epicurious