Mystery Pecan Pie
Uncover the sweet surprise in every slice of **Mystery Pecan Pie**, a decadent twist on the classic Southern dessert! This irresistible pie layers rich semisweet chocolate chips beneath a crunchy, caramelized pecan topping, creating a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Infused with warm hints of cinnamon and vanilla, the silky filling is nestled in a flaky, buttery pie crust for the perfect base. Quick to prepare with a blend of pantry staples like brown sugar, corn syrup, and eggs, this dessert bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Ideal for holiday gatherings or an indulgent treat any time of year, Mystery Pecan Pie will leave your guests guessing—and coming back for seconds. Don’t forget the whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to take it over the top!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 store-bought or homemade pie crust
- 1.5 cups pecan halves
- 0.5 cups semisweet chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup light corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 large eggs
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Roll out the pie crust and press it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim any excess dough and crimp the edges as desired.
Spread the semisweet chocolate chips evenly across the bottom of the pie crust.
Sprinkle the pecan halves over the chocolate chips, ensuring even distribution.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, salt, and eggs until smooth and well combined.
Pour the mixture carefully over the pecans and chocolate chips in the pie crust. Use a spatula or spoon to ensure the liquid filling covers the pecans evenly.
Place the pie on a baking sheet to catch any drips and transfer it to the preheated oven.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly puffed. The center should still have a slight jiggle but not be liquid.
Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely at room temperature before slicing. This helps the filling fully set.
Serve the Mystery Pecan Pie with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3714 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.4 g | 294% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.4 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 682 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 1100 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 418.5 g | 152% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.5 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 360.7 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 439 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 1598 mg | 34% | |
*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.
