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Mocha Pecan Pie

Mocha Pecan Pie has a rich, deep chocolate and coffee flavor. It makes an amazing holiday pie.
Course Dessert
Cuisine Southern
Keyword Thanksgiving
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 586kcal

Ingredients

  • pie dough for 9-inch pie
  • 3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons kahlua
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons espresso powder
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup pecan halves

Instructions

  • Fit pie dough into 9-inch pie pan. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Combine chopped chocolate and butter in small heavy-bottomed saucepan. Heat over low heat and stir frequently until melted. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl whisk together eggs, kahlua, granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, and salt.
  • Dissolve the espresso powder in 2 teaspoons of hot water. Add to filling.
  • Add the chocolate mixture and whisk until combined.
  • Stir in chopped pecans.
  • Remove pie crust from refrigerator. Crimp the edges and pour the filling in.
    Arrange the pecan halves on top of the pie.
  • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until just barely set in center. Let cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 586kcal