Chocolate Mousse Pecan Pie

Health score
2%
Chocolate Mousse Pecan Pie

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Indulge in a delightful fusion of flavors with our Chocolate Mousse Pecan Pie, a dessert that promises to impress at any gathering. This decadent treat combines the rich, velvety texture of chocolate mousse with the classic, nutty goodness of pecan pie, creating a harmonious blend that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for special occasions or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, this pie is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.

With a preparation time of just 220 minutes, this recipe serves 10, making it ideal for family gatherings or dinner parties. The buttery pie crust serves as the perfect base, cradling a luscious filling made from dark corn syrup, granulated sugar, and crunchy pecans. The crowning glory is the smooth chocolate mousse, made from semisweet chocolate chips and whipped cream, which adds an irresistible richness to each slice.

Not only is this Chocolate Mousse Pecan Pie a feast for the senses, but it also boasts a delightful caloric balance, with a satisfying mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Whether you choose to garnish it with chocolate curls or enjoy it as is, this dessert is sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that is as beautiful as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 14.1 oz pie crust dough refrigerated (2 Count)
  • 0.3 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup corn syrup dark
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  •  eggs 
  • 0.5 cup pecans chopped
  • cup milk hot
  • 0.3 teaspoon vanilla 
  • 1.3 cups semi chocolate chips 
  • cup whipping cream (heavy)
  • tablespoons powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon vanilla 
  • serving chocolate curls 

Equipment

  • food processor
  • bowl
  • oven
  • blender
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Prepare pie crust as directed on package for one-crust filled pie using 9-inch pie plate.
  2. Heat oven to 350°. Beat granulated sugar, corn syrup, butter, salt and eggs in small bowl with electric mixer on medium speed 1 minute. Stir in pecans.
  3. Pour into pie crust in pie plate.
  4. Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until center of pie is puffed and golden brown. Cool 1 hour.
  5. While filled crust is cooling, place hot milk, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla and the chocolate chips in blender or food processor; cover and blend on medium speed about 1 minute or until smooth. Refrigerate about 1 hour 30 minutes or until mixture is slightly thickened but not set. Gently stir; pour over cooled filling in pie crust. Refrigerate about 1 hour or until firm.
  6. Beat whipping cream, powdered sugar and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla in chilled small bowl on high speed until stiff peaks form. Spoon or pipe over filling.
  7. Garnish with chocolate curls. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories579kcal
Protein4.8%
Fat56.93%
Carbs38.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.81
Glycemic Load
17.02
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
10.539130438929%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.59mg
Delphinidin
0.4mg
Catechin
0.39mg
Epigallocatechin
0.31mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:579.45kcal
28.97%
Fat:37.19g
57.21%
Saturated Fat:15.81g
98.83%
Carbohydrates:56.23g
18.74%
Net Carbohydrates:52.78g
19.19%
Sugar:32.44g
36.04%
Cholesterol:64mg
21.33%
Sodium:289.31mg
12.58%
Alcohol:0.07g
100%
Alcohol %:0.06%
100%
Caffeine:20.73mg
6.91%
Protein:7.06g
14.12%
Manganese:0.76mg
38.14%
Copper:0.42mg
20.76%
Phosphorus:165.26mg
16.53%
Iron:2.95mg
16.37%
Magnesium:62.17mg
15.54%
Fiber:3.45g
13.8%
Selenium:8.93µg
12.76%
Vitamin B2:0.21mg
12.37%
Vitamin A:602.64IU
12.05%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.86%
Zinc:1.34mg
8.96%
Folate:34.31µg
8.58%
Calcium:81.45mg
8.15%
Potassium:278.85mg
7.97%
Vitamin B3:1.4mg
6.99%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.75%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.71%
Vitamin D:0.83µg
5.5%
Vitamin K:5.71µg
5.43%
Vitamin B12:0.3µg
4.93%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.99%