Chocolate Pecan Pie

Name: Chocolate Pecan Pie
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 9 inch Deep Dish Pie Crust (unbaked); ⅓ cup butter; ½ cup baking cocoa; ⅔ cup sugar; ¼ teaspoon Salt; 3 Eggs (beaten); ¾ cup corn syrup (light); 1 cup pecans (chopped); ½ cup pecan halves

Chocolate Pecan Pie is a tasty twist on the classic pecan pie we all love. Its flaky crust, crunchy pecans, and smooth, chocolatey filling make it perfect for holidays, get-togethers, or when you crave a little comfort food.

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Chocolate pecan pie on a white plate with a fork and a whole pie in the background.

This chocolate pie couldn’t be easier to make; it’s one of our favorite Thanksgiving desserts, and it tastes like something you’d find in a bakery. Whether you serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled with whipped topping, this recipe will soon become a favorite for your dessert table.

If you love this chocolate pecan pie recipe, you’ll want to check out some of my other sweet Southern favorites, such as my Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole, my Old-Fashioned Buttermilk Pie, and Quick Strawberry Cobbler. Each of these recipes is simple and perfect for sharing with friends and family.

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💗 Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Pie Recipe
🍫 🥧 Ingredients Needed for The Best Chocolate Pecan Pie
🥄 How to Make Chocolate Pecan Pie
💭 Pro Tips
❔ FAQs
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Chocolate Pecan Pie

💗 Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Pie Recipe

The combination of taste and texture makes this dessert stand out for several reasons. It’s a tradition that never goes out of style. The next time you are looking for the perfect pecan pie, add this dessert to your Thanksgiving table.

Rich and Chocolatey: A pecan pie with cocoa powder that forms a dark chocolate and gooey filling.
Perfect Texture: Gooey, fudgy, and filled with pecans. Chocolate and pecans, could it get any better?
Simple Ingredients: Only simple ingredients that are easily found.
Holiday Classic: This pecan pie recipe with chocolate is a staple at most Thanksgiving dinners. It is perfect for any holiday table or special occasion.
Make-Ahead Friendly: Prepare a day ahead to save time during busy holidays.

🍫 🥧 Ingredients Needed for The Best Chocolate Pecan Pie

The ingredients are simple. They can be easily found in your local grocery store. See the printable recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and amounts.

Ingredients needed for making pecan pie.

Pie Shell: This deep-dish shell is the right size to hold the gooey chocolate pecan pie. Feel free to make a homemade pie crust. I typically use a deep-dish pie crust. A regular crust will work, but you may have some leftover filling.
Butter: Butter adds richness and binds ingredients together.
Baking Cocoa: Cocoa adds a deep, intense, chocolatey flavor without being sweet. Make sure you use baking cocoa, not hot cocoa mix.
Corn Syrup: Light corn syrup is a key ingredient that gives this pie a gooey texture and sweetness. I have used dark corn syrup before in a pinch, and it worked fine.
Sugar: Granulated sugar is used for sweetness.
Salt: Salt helps balance the sweetness in this pie.
Pecans: Pecans are the star of the show. You will need chopped pecans and pecan halves. Use a food processor to chop the nuts easily.
Eggs: Eggs act as a binder, helping set and hold the pie together.

🥄 How to Make Chocolate Pecan Pie

For complete step-by-step instructions, see the printable recipe card below.

Step 1: Melt Butter. Melt butter in a saucepan over low heat.

Melted chocolate in a pan with a red spatula.

Step 2: Add Cocoa. Add the cocoa and stir constantly until it has melted. Remove from the heat and cool slightly.

Step 3: Add Ingredients. Add sugar, corn syrup, salt, and eggs. Mix well.

Chopped pecans in a pan with melted chocolate and a red spatula.

Step 4: Add Pecans. Stir in chopped pecans. Mix well.

Pecan pie filling in a pie crust ready to bake.

Step 5: Pour Into Pie Shell. Pour the mixture into the pie shell. This filled my pie shell to the very top.

Step 6: Add Pecans to the Top and Bake. Add pecan halves to the top of the pie. Bake for 40 minutes. Cool Completely.

💭 Pro Tips

Use real butter.
Make sure your pecans are fresh.
If your crust is browning too fast, this is an easy problem to fix. You will need to make a pie shield. Wrap foil around the outside edge of your pie, covering the crust. Fold down the edges of the foil to hold it in place.
Place the pie pan on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper while baking to catch any drips.
Place the cooked pie on a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

❔ FAQs

What is the best chocolate to use in pies?

I use baking cocoa. Cocoa adds a deep, intense, chocolatey flavor without being sweet. Be sure to use baking cocoa, and not hot cocoa mix.

How do I know when my chocolate pecan pie is done?

As a rule, if the center is set, remove it from the oven. It will still be a little jiggly, but it will continue to set as it cools. Tap the center of the pie if it springs back; it’s ready.

What are the best ways to top a pecan pie?

This is entirely up to you and your personal preferences. I like to top mine with a drizzle of maple syrup, a large scoop of vanilla ice cream, whipped topping, or a drizzle of warm caramel sauce over the top.

How to store a baked pecan pie?

Refrigerator: Wrap the cooled pie with aluminum foil or plastic wrap, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This pie will keep well for about 4 days in the fridge.
To Freeze: Wrap the cooled Chocolate Pecan Pie in plastic wrap, then cover it with foil. At this point, it will be fine in the freezer, but for added measure, I usually place it in a zip-top bag. This pie will keep in the freezer for three months.

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