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Kentucky Pecan Pie

Decadent Kentucky Pecan Pie with a Chocolate Twist

This Kentucky Pecan Pie with a Chocolate Twist is a crowd-pleasing Southern dessert combining rich chocolate and crunchy pecans.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Do not substitute with dark or white chocolate.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Measure after chopping.
  • 3 large Eggs Use room-temperature for better mixing.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Recommended over brown sugar.
  • 1/4 cup Butter (unsalted) Can use salted if unsalted is unavailable.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Avoid self-rising flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Artificial vanilla can be used.
Crust
  • 1 deep-dish Pie Shell Opt for an unbaked store-bought option.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • pie dish
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the eggs, sugar, and melted butter. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Fold in flour, vanilla extract, chocolate chips, and chopped pecans.
  4. Pour the filling into the unbaked pie shell and spread evenly.
  5. Bake the pie for one hour, until the edges are set, and the center has a slight wobble.
  6. Cool the pie on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 6gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.

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