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The Ultimate Rich & Gooey Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie

A close-up slice of rich chocolate pecan pie showing the gooey filling and pecan topping on a white plate.
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Make this decadent Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie featuring a rich, fudgy chocolate base and crunchy pecans in a buttery crust. This recipe delivers a showstopper dessert perfect for holidays or family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (9-inch) unbaked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup bourbon (optional, for Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie)
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional, for extra richness)

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, flour, cocoa powder, and salt until combined.
  3. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, corn syrup, brown sugar, and eggs until smooth. If using, stir in the bourbon now.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, whisking until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract. If you are using chocolate chips, gently fold them in now.
  6. Pour half of the pecan halves into the bottom of the prepared pie crust. Pour the chocolate filling over the pecans.
  7. Arrange the remaining pecan halves decoratively over the top of the filling.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes. The center should be mostly set but still slightly jiggly. If the crust edges brown too quickly, cover them loosely with aluminum foil strips.
  9. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack for at least 3 hours before slicing. This allows the gooey filling to set properly.

Notes

  • For a fudgier texture, use hot fudge sauce instead of melting the butter separately and incorporate it into the wet ingredients.
  • To toast the pecans slightly before baking, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
  • This pie tastes best when served at room temperature or slightly warm.

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