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Dark Chocolate Pecan Pie

Dark Chocolate Pecan Pie

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Plant-Based

Description

Enjoy a rich and decadent Dark Chocolate Pecan Pie featuring a flaky plant-based buttery crust and a luscious filling thickened with a natural gelling agent. This dessert balances gooey dark chocolate and crunchy pecans, sweetened naturally with brown sugar and maple syrup (natural). Perfect for holidays or special occasions, this pie combines classic pecan pie goodness with dark chocolate indulgence.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1/2 cup plant-based butter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Pinch of salt

Filling

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chunks
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 cup grape juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Combine plant-based butter, all-purpose flour, and a pinch of salt in a bowl to form a crumbly mixture. Press the dough evenly into a pie pan to form the crust. Chill the crust while you prepare the filling to ensure a firm, flaky base.
  2. Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine chopped pecans, dark chocolate chunks, brown sugar, maple syrup (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, grape juice, vanilla extract (natural), and a pinch of salt. Stir in the natural gelling agent until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy to create a gooey filling.
  3. Assemble and Bake: Pour the filling evenly over the chilled crust. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 45 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden. Remove from the oven and allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack to let the filling firm up perfectly.
  4. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, slice the pie with a sharp knife to reveal the luscious dark chocolate and pecan filling inside the flaky crust. Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled for optimal flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Chill the crust before baking to maintain flakiness.
  • Use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 60% cacao for best richness.
  • Mix filling ingredients until just combined to keep smooth texture.
  • The filling should be set but slightly jiggly in the center when done baking.
  • Allow the pie to cool completely for the filling to set correctly.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: dark chocolate pecan pie, plant-based dessert, vegan pecan pie, chocolate pecan pie, holiday pie, natural sweetener dessert

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