It’s not too late to start thinking about what pies to make for Thanksgiving. This Chocolate Pecan Pie may be something you want to add to your list!
I have memories of going to my mother’s house and there always being pecan pie on the counter top for Thanksgiving. My oldest sister is the one who makes it and brings it every year. For a long time I didn’t like pecan pie. I didn’t like the bitterness of the pecans. Well a few years back I decided to try the pie and I have not looked back since.
This year I asked my husband what kind of dessert he wanted for Thanksgiving. He said pie. I said pecan pie. He says oh yes! So I decided to make my own pie combining my sisters pie recipe with my own homemade crust recipe. I made this way ahead of time and decided to freeze it till the day it is actually needed. On Saturday I pulled it out to cut a piece of it so I could snap some pictures and let me tell you the house started buzzing. Kids were all over the place looking, hoping for a small taste.
Since I had the piece already cut and ready to go I asked my husband if he wanted it. He said “well of course I do!” Then the kids started buzzing around him. Heads were popping over the back of the couch. It really was a funny site. In the end everyone got a taste and no one wants to wait for Thursday to have another. I’m thinking I need to head to the kitchen and slice another piece!! ENJOY!
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Chocolate Pecan Pie
Ingredients
- FOR THE PIE CRUST:
- 10 graham crackers
- 8 oz butter 1 stick melted
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- FOR THE PIE:
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup white Karo syrup
- 1/4 cup butter melted
- 2 eggs slightly beaten
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- In a small pot melt the butter. Set aside.
- In a food processor or in a plastic baggie crush the graham crackers.
- In a bowl add crumbs pecans and sugars. Pour in butter and mix with a fork.
- Press into the bottom and sides of 9 inch pie pan. Set aside.
- Mix well sugar, Karo syrup and butter.
- Add slightly beaten eggs.
- Stir in pecans and chocolate chips.
- Pour into pie pan.
- Bake at 350 for 15 minutes. Turn oven down to 300F and continue to bake for 25 minutes. Pie should jiggle slightly in the center when done.
- Completely cool. Serve and ENJOY!
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tahnycooks
I love how there is double pecans in this pie! Pecan Pie is one of my favorite pies ever! Looks great!
Zainab @ Blahnik Baker
Oooo pecans and chocolate!! So amazing. I love this pie. It has Thanksgiving written all over it 🙂
Nancy P.
Thanks Zainab! It’s a classic!!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes
I still don’t know what I’m making for Thanksgiving!! This looks like a good option!
Nancy P.
Ashley!! Are you back??? I have missed your post and you being around but I bet you had a fantastic time!!!
Aimee @ ShugarySweets
Now THAT’S the way to eat a pecan pie!! With chocolate 🙂
Nancy P.
Lol! That’s what I’m sayin’!!!
Road Trip the World
Will be making this for Thanksgiving. Looks DELICIOUS!
Nancy P.
Thanks! I hope you do!
Heather @ French Press
I love chocolate in my pecan pie!
Nancy P.
Me too Heather! Thanks!
Mr. & Mrs. P
Saw your pie on instagram and it made us drool!! Looks delicious!!!
Nancy P.
Lol!! So glad I posted it then! Thanks Mr.& Mrs. P!!
Erin | The Law Student's Wife
Pecan pie is my favorite and the chocolate just takes it over the top!! I’ve never tried a pecan pie with a graham cracker crust, but I bet it’s just delicious!
Nancy P.
I am obsessed with the graham cracker crust! It goes well with this pie! Thanks Erin!
V@Sproutshouse
Hi there! This pecan pie looks delicious. It has definitely be added to my to make list – especially as I have never actually eaten it before!! I found you via the Saturday Night Fever Link up party. Have a great Sunday. V@Sprout’s House xox
Nancy P.
Sound glad you found us! You should definitely try it!!
Alana
Chocolate & pecans – two of my favorite things together in one delicious looking pie!
Nancy P.
Thanks Alana!
Britni
This seriously looks incredible! Thanks for sharing on the weekend re-Treat link party!
Britni @ Play. Party. Pin.
Nancy P.
Thanks Britni!
Andi @ The Weary Chef
That is one fine looking pie! It sounds delicious, and the layers are so pretty. Great recipe!
Nancy P.
My favorite pie of all time!
Cynthia
This chocolate pecan pie looks so delicious I can understand why everyone was buzzing around looking for a taste. Thank you for linking to the In and Out of the Kitchen Link Party. I look forward to seeing you next week.
Alyssa
This pie looks fantastic and I really love the addition of the chocolate! Thanks for linking up to Showcase Your Talent Thursday.
Nancy P.
Thanks Alyssa!
Alyssa
I love the addition of chocolate to the pecan pie! My son is like that too, he is always so excited when I take pictures and is constantly asking if I am done so he can try some.
Tonia from TheGunnySack
Oh wow! I am going to be making pecan pie tomorrow but I love your addition of chocolate!
Anita
I think this is my father in law’s favorite – such a classic flavor and yours is gorgeous!