Chocolate Harvest Nut Pie
Indulge in the rich, decadent flavors of this Chocolate Harvest Nut Pie, a stunning dessert perfect for celebrating the coziness of fall or any special occasion. This recipe combines a buttery homemade pie crust with a luscious, creamy chocolate filling and a medley of salted mixed nuts, including pecans, walnuts, almonds, and cashews, for the ultimate combination of sweet and savory. The silky ganache-style filling, made with semi-sweet chocolate and heavy cream, is perfectly balanced by the crunch and saltiness of the nuts, making every bite a textural delight. Ready in just over an hour, this crowd-pleasing pie is as impressive as it is easy to assemble. Serve it with a dollop of whipped cream for an elegant finish, and watch it become the highlight of your dessert table! Perfect for Thanksgiving, holiday gatherings, or cozy nights in, this Chocolate Harvest Nut Pie is truly a must-try treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3 tablespoons Ice water
- 1.5 cups Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.75 cups Heavy cream
- 2 units Large eggs
- 0.5 cups Light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Salted mixed nuts (pecans, walnuts, almonds, cashews)
- 1 cups Whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and cut it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Transfer the dough to the pie pan, trim any excess, and crimp the edges. Set aside.
Spread the mixed nuts evenly in the unbaked pie crust.
In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Remove it from the heat and pour it over the chocolate chips in a separate bowl. Stir until smooth and glossy.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Gradually whisk in the melted chocolate mixture until fully incorporated.
Pour the chocolate filling over the mixed nuts, ensuring the liquid fills all the gaps.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the filling is set but slightly jiggles in the center.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. The filling will firm up as it cools.
Slice and serve with whipped cream, if desired. Enjoy your Chocolate Harvest Nut Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5561 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 404.3 g | 518% | |
| Saturated Fat | 212.7 g | 1064% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1047 mg | 349% | |
| Sodium | 1633 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 441.0 g | 160% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.1 g | 118% | |
| Total Sugars | 260.8 g | ||
| Protein | 80.2 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 1696 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
