Chocolate Chunk Pecan Pie
Chocolate Chunk Pecan Pie is a delightful dessert that combines rich chocolatey goodness with crunchy pecans, all nestled in a flaky crust. This easy-to-make pie brings warmth and joy to any gathering, making it a must-have for holidays or cozy evenings at home. Each slice promises a perfect balance of gooey sweetness and delightful textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup pecans (chopped or whole)
- 1 cup chocolate chunks (semi-sweet or dark)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a pie pan, trimming excess dough.
- In a large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold in pecans and chocolate chunks.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes until set but slightly jiggly in the center. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg