This rich Texas chocolate pecan pie features a gooey chocolate base, crunchy toasted pecans, and a buttery crust — the ultimate Southern dessert.
1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
¾ cup semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp unsalted butter
3 large eggs
1 cup light corn syrup
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
¼ tsp salt
1½ cups toasted pecan halves
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare and chill pie crust in a 9-inch pie plate.
Melt chocolate chips and butter together in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt until well combined.
Pour melted chocolate into pie crust and spread evenly. Scatter pecans on top.
Pour filling mixture over pecans. Place pie dish on a baking sheet.
Bake for 50–60 minutes, covering crust edges if needed. Pie is done when center is set but slightly jiggles.
Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
Store at room temp for 1 day or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Freeze for up to 2 months, tightly wrapped.
Add bourbon, espresso powder, or caramel for flavor variations.