Tar Heel Pie
Indulge in rich Southern tradition with this Tar Heel Pie, a decadent chocolate dessert that combines gooey, fudgy filling with a crisp, buttery pie crust. Featuring melted semi-sweet chocolate blended with two kinds of sugar, unsweetened cocoa, and a hint of vanilla, this pie boasts intense chocolate flavor in every bite. The optional addition of chopped pecans lends a delightful crunch, complementing the velvety texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, Tar Heel Pie is perfect for satisfying chocolate lovers at gatherings, holidays, or weeknight treats. Serve it warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence. A crowd-pleaser that’s simple, comforting, and irresistibly rich!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Pie crust (unbaked, 9-inch)
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Pecans (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie pan and crimp the edges as desired. Set aside.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until smooth and fully melted.
Add the granulated sugar and light brown sugar to the melted chocolate mixture. Stir until thoroughly combined.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
If using pecans, fold them into the filling.
Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is set and has a slight crust, but the center remains slightly gooey.
Remove from the oven and allow the pie to cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 203.8 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.8 g | 409% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 1548 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 563.5 g | 205% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 391.2 g | ||
| Protein | 44.2 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 13.9 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 815 mg | 17% | |
*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.
