The Ultimate German Chocolate Pie Recipe
If you're in the mood for a really tasty dessert, give the German Chocolate Pie a shot. Imagine a layer of chocolate chips beneath a thick, chewy, and crunchy mix of coconut and pecans.
Let's chat about yummy chocolate treats. When I first tried German Chocolate Pie, I couldn't get enough. I mean, seriously hooked! The combo of chocolate, pecans, and sweet coconut baked to perfection is just fantastic. It's a great addition to holiday meals, and I especially love making it during Christmas. Fun fact: I used to think German chocolate treats came from Germany. Turns out, it's just named after a guy with the last name German. Now you know, and you're welcome.
Key Points About The Ultimate German Chocolate Pie Recipe
There's a simple way to make this recipe even better – use real German chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate. If you can get your hands on it, the depth of flavor is something you'll truly enjoy. Real German chocolate is sweeter and has more sugar than semi-sweet chocolate.
Dessert Recipe: German Chocolate Pie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 3 large eggs (at room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups chopped pecans
- ¾ cup sweetened baked coconut
- ¾ cup semi-sweet mini chocolate chips
- 1 9-inch par-baked pie crust
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F.
- Mix the Filling: In a big bowl, whisk together corn syrup, eggs, sugar, melted butter, and vanilla until it's pale and well-blended. Add chopped pecans and coconut, stirring them in.
- Prepare the Pie Crust: Sprinkle the mini chocolate chips into the pie crust.
- Fill the Pie: Pour the prepared filling over the chocolate chips, smoothing the top.
- Bake Away: Bake in the preheated oven for 80-85 minutes, or until the filling doesn't jiggle too much when gently shaken.
Enjoy your homemade German Chocolate Pie!