Pecan, Caramel and Fudge Pie

Health score
5%
Pecan, Caramel and Fudge Pie
45 min.
8
685kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with a decadent dessert that combines the rich flavors of pecans, caramel, and fudge in a delightful pie. The Pecan, Caramel, and Fudge Pie is a showstopper that will impress your family and friends at any gathering. With its luscious filling and a crunchy chocolate wafer crust, this pie is the perfect balance of textures and tastes.

Imagine the aroma of buttery caramel wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this delightful treat. The combination of golden brown sugar and light corn syrup creates a gooey filling that envelops the toasted pecans, adding a nutty crunch that elevates each bite. The addition of unsweetened chocolate brings a rich depth to the pie, making it a chocolate lover's dream.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this dessert is not only delicious but also surprisingly easy to make. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself, this pie is sure to satisfy your cravings. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra touch of indulgence. Get ready to savor every bite of this irresistible Pecan, Caramel, and Fudge Pie!

Ingredients

  • ounces chocolate wafer crumbs 
  • tablespoons plus light
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar packed ()
  • 10 ounces pecans 
  • 0.8 cup butter unsalted
  • ounces baker's chocolate unsweetened chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Blend all ingredients in processor. Press crumb mixture onto bottom and up sides of 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Cover crust and freeze while preparing filling. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Keep frozen.)
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  3. Combine butter, brown sugar and corn syrup in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring often. Boil 1 minute. Stir in nuts and cream. Boil until mixture thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. Add chocolate. Stir until chocolate melts and mixture is well blended.
  6. Pour hot filling into crust. Using spoon, evenly distribute nuts.
  7. Bake until filling bubbles all over, about 10 minutes.
  8. Transfer pie to rack and cool

Nutrition Facts

Calories685kcal
Protein3.4%
Fat64.55%
Carbs32.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.81
Glycemic Load
11.07
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.561304377473%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.81mg
Delphinidin
2.58mg
Catechin
7.12mg
Epigallocatechin
2mg
Epicatechin
10.34mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:685.29kcal
34.26%
Fat:52.07g
80.11%
Saturated Fat:17.76g
111%
Carbohydrates:58.18g
19.39%
Net Carbohydrates:52.76g
19.19%
Sugar:43.64g
48.48%
Cholesterol:52.61mg
17.54%
Sodium:165.46mg
7.19%
Alcohol:0.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.08%
100%
Caffeine:8.15mg
2.72%
Protein:6.17g
12.33%
Manganese:2.08mg
103.87%
Copper:0.78mg
39.16%
Fiber:5.42g
21.69%
Magnesium:82.07mg
20.52%
Vitamin B1:0.31mg
20.44%
Iron:3.28mg
18.23%
Zinc:2.67mg
17.8%
Phosphorus:168.46mg
16.85%
Vitamin A:637.33IU
12.75%
Potassium:294.63mg
8.42%
Vitamin E:1.25mg
8.32%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.07%
Calcium:67.77mg
6.78%
Vitamin B3:1.26mg
6.28%
Selenium:4.08µg
5.83%
Folate:22.51µg
5.63%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.01%
Vitamin B5:0.48mg
4.77%
Vitamin K:4.19µg
3.99%
Vitamin D:0.41µg
2.73%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.13%
Source:Epicurious