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The Ultimate Decadent Chocolate Pecan Pie with Flaky Crust

A close-up of a rich slice of chocolate pecan pie showing the gooey filling and pecan topping.
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Welcome to my kitchen! I am sharing my favorite recipe for a rich, gooey chocolate pecan pie that features a buttery, flaky crust and perfectly toasted pecans. This Texas style pecan pie variation is a showstopper for any holiday gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (9-inch) unbaked flaky pie crust
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup bittersweet chocolate chips
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves, plus extra for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place your unbaked pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and salt until the mixture is smooth. This creates the base for your gooey chocolate pie filling.
  3. Stir in the bittersweet chocolate chips and 1 1/2 cups of the pecan halves into the filling mixture.
  4. Pour the entire filling mixture evenly into the unbaked pie crust.
  5. Arrange a few extra pecan halves decoratively on top of the filling, if desired.
  6. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes. The center should be mostly set but still slightly jiggly. If the crust edges start to brown too quickly, cover them loosely with aluminum foil.
  7. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack for at least 3 hours before slicing. Cooling allows the rich and fudgy pie to set properly.

Notes

  • For an even flakier crust, chill your prepared pie dough for at least 30 minutes before assembling the pie.
  • If you prefer a stronger chocolate flavor, substitute 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips with finely chopped dark chocolate.
  • This pie tastes wonderful served slightly warm or at room temperature.
  • You can make this pie a day ahead of your gathering; cover and refrigerate after it has cooled completely.

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