Indulge your sweet tooth with this decadent chocolate pecan pie recipe. A buttery crust is filled with a rich mixture of chocolate, pecans, and a hint of bourbon for an unforgettable dessert that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pie crust, unbaked
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons bourbon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place the pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish and crimp the edges.
- Spread the chocolate chips and pecan halves evenly over the bottom of the pie crust.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, corn syrup, sugar, melted butter, bourbon, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the filling over the chocolate and pecans in the pie crust.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- Allow the pie to cool before serving. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Chocolate pecan pie is a popular dessert in the Southern United States.
Pecans are a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.
The addition of bourbon adds a unique flavor to this classic pie recipe.