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The Ultimate Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie: Rich, Gooey, and Perfected for Holidays

Close-up of a decadent slice of chocolate pecan pie showing the dark, gooey filling and whole pecans.
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This recipe delivers a rich, decadent Texas Chocolate Pecan Pie with a gooey center and crunchy pecans. It is a showstopper dessert perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas gatherings.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the unbaked pie crust on a baking sheet.
  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 corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and bourbon (if using) until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the chocolate chips and 1 1/2 cups of pecan halves into the chocolate filling.
  6. Pour the filling evenly into the unbaked pie crust.
  7. Arrange extra 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 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before slicing. This allows the gooey chocolate filling to set properly.

Notes

  • For a fudgy pecan pie texture, use high-quality dark chocolate chips.
  • Toasting the pecans lightly before adding them to the filling deepens their flavor.
  • If you skip the bourbon, substitute with an extra teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • This pie tastes best when served at room temperature or slightly warm.

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