Ina Garten Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe
The Ina Garten Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe is rich, sweet and perfect for holidays or family gatherings. This dessert combines crunchy pecans, smooth chocolate and a golden flaky crust.
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie shell
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 4 large eggs beaten
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- Whipped cream for serving, optional
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the oven rack in the center position to ensure even baking of the pie.
Prepare Pie Filling
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together corn syrup, sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract and salt until smooth and fully combined.
Add Chocolate
- Fold in chocolate chips gently into the mixture. Stir carefully so chocolate is evenly distributed without melting completely.
Arrange Pecans
- Place pecan halves evenly in the bottom of the unbaked pie shell. Make a nice layer for crunchy texture.
Pour Filling
- Pour the chocolate and corn syrup mixture over pecans. Make sure filling covers pecans evenly. Tap the pie gently to remove air bubbles.
Bake the Pie
- Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes. Filling should be set but slightly wobbly in the center. Do not overbake to prevent cracking.
Cool and Serve
- Allow pie to cool completely at room temperature. Top with whipped cream if desired. Slice carefully and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh pecans for best flavor and crunch
- Toast pecans lightly to enhance nutty taste
- Do not overmix the filling to keep texture smooth
- Bake in the center of the oven for even heat
- Let the pie cool fully before slicing