Description
A decadent Kentucky Pecan Pie featuring a rich blend of toasted pecans, mixed nuts, and semisweet chocolate chips baked in a flaky pie crust. This classic Southern dessert combines the nutty crunch with the smooth sweetness of a traditional pecan pie filling enhanced by chocolate for extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust
- 1 prepared 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Nuts
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1/2 cup mixed nuts (such as walnuts, almonds)
Filling
- 1 cup semisweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup dark corn syrup
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pie Crust: Roll out your prepared pie dough into a 9-inch pie pan, firmly pressing it into place. Chill the crust in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to prevent shrinking during baking.
- Toast the Nuts: Lightly toast the pecans and mixed nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes. This process enhances their flavor and adds a delightful crunch.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the dark corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
- Add Nuts and Chocolate: Gently fold the toasted pecans, mixed nuts, and chocolate chips into the filling mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout.
- Fill and Bake: Pour the filling into the chilled pie crust. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50-60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. Begin checking at 50 minutes to avoid overbaking.
- Cool Completely: Let the pie cool fully on a wire rack to allow the filling to set properly, making it easier to slice and enjoy without losing its gooey texture.
Notes
- Chilling the crust before baking helps prevent shrinking and ensures a crispier base.
- Toasting nuts intensifies their flavor but be careful not to burn them.
- Check the pie starting at 50 minutes to avoid overbaking and cracking the filling.
- Allowing the pie to cool completely will yield cleaner slices and firmer filling.
- Use high-quality chocolate chips for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
