Chocolate Silk Pecan Pie

Health score
2%
Chocolate Silk Pecan Pie
220 min.
10
479kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a decadent Chocolate Silk Pecan Pie that promises to be the star of your dessert table! This delightful treat combines the rich, velvety texture of chocolate silk with the nutty crunch of pecans, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will leave your guests craving more. Perfect for special occasions or a cozy family gathering, this pie is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, especially when topped with elegant chocolate curls.

With a preparation time of just 220 minutes, this recipe is surprisingly easy to follow, making it accessible for both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. The combination of dark corn syrup and granulated sugar creates a luscious filling that is perfectly complemented by the buttery pie crust. As the pie bakes, your kitchen will be filled with the irresistible aroma of chocolate, making it hard to resist sneaking a taste before it’s fully assembled!

Once cooled, the silky chocolate layer is poured over the pecan filling, and a generous dollop of whipped cream adds the finishing touch. Each slice is a delightful experience, with the creamy chocolate melting in your mouth and the pecans providing a satisfying crunch. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or simply treating yourself, this Chocolate Silk Pecan Pie is sure to impress and satisfy every chocolate lover’s dream!

Ingredients

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

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 35
  3. Beat granulated sugar, corn syrup, butter, salt and eggs in small bowl with electric mixer on medium speed 1 minute. Stir in pecans.
  4. Pour into pie crust in pie plate.
  5. Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until center of pie is puffed and golden brown. Cool 1 hour.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. Garnish with chocolate curls. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories479kcal
Protein4.66%
Fat58.08%
Carbs37.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.81
Glycemic Load
17.02
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
9.1447827090388%

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:479.38kcal
23.97%
Fat:31.55g
48.53%
Saturated Fat:14.14g
88.35%
Carbohydrates:45.52g
15.17%
Net Carbohydrates:42.57g
15.48%
Sugar:32.75g
36.39%
Cholesterol:64.06mg
21.35%
Sodium:195.43mg
8.5%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.03%
100%
Caffeine:21.5mg
7.17%
Protein:5.7g
11.4%
Manganese:0.67mg
33.65%
Copper:0.41mg
20.45%
Phosphorus:151.06mg
15.11%
Magnesium:60.3mg
15.07%
Iron:2.41mg
13.36%
Vitamin A:602.86IU
12.06%
Fiber:2.95g
11.79%
Selenium:7.7µg
11%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.1%
Zinc:1.26mg
8.43%
Calcium:77.63mg
7.76%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.66%
Potassium:261.52mg
7.47%
Vitamin D:0.83µg
5.5%
Vitamin E:0.76mg
5.04%
Vitamin B12:0.3µg
4.96%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.85%
Folate:18.23µg
4.56%
Vitamin B3:0.78mg
3.92%
Vitamin K:4.09µg
3.9%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.43%