Texas Pecan and Chocolate Pie

Health score
3%
Texas Pecan and Chocolate Pie
45 min.
8
481kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with the delightful Texas Pecan and Chocolate Pie, a decadent dessert that perfectly combines rich chocolate and crunchy pecans. This pie not only showcases the beloved flavors of the South but also presents an irresistible charm that makes it a standout choice for any gathering or special occasion.

With a buttery, flaky crust enveloping a luscious filling, each slice offers a satisfying balance of sweetness and nuttiness. The bittersweet chocolate melts beautifully into the filling, complementing the toasted pecans that add a satisfying crunch. As the pie bakes, it transforms into a golden, puffed masterpiece that will have your guests clamoring for seconds.

What’s more, this delightful dessert is surprisingly easy to make! In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a treat that serves eight, making it the perfect addition to your next dinner party or holiday feast. Whether paired with a dollop of whipped cream or enjoyed on its own, the Texas Pecan and Chocolate Pie is sure to leave everyone with sweet memories long after the last bite.

So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and let your inner baker shine with this charming and decadent pie that perfectly embodies the spirit of Texas sweet treats!

Ingredients

  • cup flour 
  • 0.8 cup plus light
  • 0.5 cup t brown sugar dark packed ()
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons water ()
  • 1.5 cups pecans lightly toasted
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounces bittersweet chocolate unsweetened chopped (not )
  • tablespoon sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • pie form

Directions

  1. Combine first 4 ingredients in processor. Using on/off turns, process until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Drizzle 2 tablespoons ice water over mixture. Process just until moist clumps form, adding more water by teaspoonfuls if mixture is dry. Gather dough into ball. Flatten into disk. Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate 30 minutes. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
  3. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  4. Roll out dough on floured surface to 13-inch round.
  5. Transfer to 9-inch-diameter glass pie dish. Trim overhang to 1 inch; fold under and crimp decoratively. Set aside.
  6. Stir chocolate and butter in heavy small saucepan over low heat until melted. Cool slightly.
  7. Whisk brown sugar, eggs and salt in large bowl to blend.
  8. Whisk in corn syrup and chocolate mixture.
  9. Sprinkle pecans over unbaked crust.
  10. Pour filling over pecans.
  11. Bake until crust is golden and filling is puffed, about 55 minutes.
  12. Cool pie completely on rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories481kcal
Protein5.42%
Fat45.03%
Carbs49.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.76
Glycemic Load
14.43
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.331739095242%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.19mg
Delphinidin
1.49mg
Catechin
1.48mg
Epigallocatechin
1.15mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.47mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:480.57kcal
24.03%
Fat:24.99g
38.44%
Saturated Fat:6.79g
42.47%
Carbohydrates:61.87g
20.62%
Net Carbohydrates:58.35g
21.22%
Sugar:45.52g
50.57%
Cholesterol:78.13mg
26.04%
Sodium:125.28mg
5.45%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:12.19mg
4.06%
Protein:6.76g
13.53%
Manganese:1.23mg
61.43%
Copper:0.47mg
23.3%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.24%
Selenium:13.45µg
19.22%
Phosphorus:148.86mg
14.89%
Magnesium:57.03mg
14.26%
Iron:2.57mg
14.25%
Fiber:3.52g
14.07%
Zinc:1.8mg
12.01%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.64%
Folate:42.15µg
10.54%
Vitamin B3:1.31mg
6.56%
Potassium:226.25mg
6.46%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
5.97%
Calcium:52.52mg
5.25%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.61%
Vitamin E:0.66mg
4.38%
Vitamin A:207.25IU
4.14%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.31%
Vitamin D:0.43µg
2.85%
Vitamin K:2.08µg
1.98%
Source:Epicurious