Best 3 Fudgy Pecan Pie Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Fudgy Pecan Pie, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic Southern dessert combines a rich, gooey filling, crunchy pecan topping, and buttery crust, resulting in a harmonious bite. With its rich, buttery flavor and satisfying crunch, the pecan topping adds a delightful contrast to the smooth and creamy filling. Every slice of this pie offers a perfect balance of sweetness, nuttiness, and a hint of smokiness from the toasted pecans. This recipe provides detailed instructions for creating the perfect Fudgy Pecan Pie, along with variations such as a chocolate pecan pie that incorporates melted chocolate for an extra layer of decadence, and a bourbon pecan pie that adds a touch of warmth and sophistication. Whether you prefer a traditional or a more adventurous take on this classic dessert, this article has the perfect recipe for you.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

FUDGY PECAN PIE BARS



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Looking for a dessert made using Gold Medal® all-purpose flour? Then check out these chocolate pecan bars - a crunchy treat!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
2/3 cup dark corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups chopped pecans
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Beat flour, 3/4 cup butter, 1/2 cup sugar, the cocoa and 1 teaspoon vanilla in large bowl with electric mixer on low speed until crumbly. Press in bottom of ungreased 15x10x1-inch pan. Bake 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, beat eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons butter, the corn syrup and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla in medium bowl with wire whisk until smooth. Stir in pecans and chocolate chips. Spoon evenly over baked crust.
  • Bake about 15 minutes or until set. Cool completely, about 1 hour. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 4 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 50 mg

FUDGY PECAN PIE



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This started out as just a plain chocolate pie that I "dressed up" for company. Now when I serve it, guests often tell me, "Your pie looks too good to eat - but I won't let that stop me!" -Ellen Arndt, Cologne, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)
4 ounces German sweet chocolate, chopped
1/4 cup butter
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup water
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
FILLING:
1 cup cold milk
1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup whipped topping
TOPPING:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 5 minutes. Remove foil and set shell aside. Reduce heat to 375°. , In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate and butter. Remove from the heat; stir in milk and water. Add a small amount of hot chocolate mixture to eggs; return all to the pan. Stir in vanilla and salt. Pour into shell; sprinkle with nuts. Cover edges with foil. Bake for 35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove to a wire rack to cool completely. , In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Fold in whipped topping. Spread over nut layer; cover and refrigerate. , In a bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form. Spread over pudding layer. Refrigerate until set, about 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 666 calories, Fat 41g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 135mg cholesterol, Sodium 541mg sodium, Carbohydrate 68g carbohydrate (51g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

FUDGY PECAN PIE



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One of our holiday favorites. I think this came from Taste of Home. Awesome. Cook time includes chill time.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Pie

Time 5h20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 9" unbaked pie shell
1 (4 ounce) package German sweet chocolate
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup water
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 cup cold milk
1 (4 ounce) package instant chocolate pudding mix
1 cup Cool Whip
1 cup whipping cream
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Line unpricked pastry shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil.
  • Bake at 450°F for 5 minutes.
  • Remove foil and set shell aside.
  • Reduce heat to 375°F.
  • In a heavy saucepan, melt chocolate and butter.
  • Remove from heat; stir in milk and water.
  • Add a small amount of hot chocolate mixture to eggs; return all to pan.
  • Stir in vanilla and salt.
  • Pour into shell; sprinkle with nuts.
  • Cover edges of crust with foil.
  • Bake for 35 minutes or until tests done.
  • Remove to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat milk and pudding mix until smooth.
  • Fold in Cool Whip.
  • Spread over nut layer; cover and refrigerate.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form.
  • Add sugar and vanilla, beating until stiff peaks form.
  • Spread over pudding layer.
  • Refrigerate until set, about 4 hours.

Tips:

  • Use quality ingredients. The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your pie will taste. This is especially true for the chocolate and pecans.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will make the pie tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Bake the pie in a preheated oven. This will help the pie to bake evenly.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the pie to set properly.

Conclusion:

This fudgy pecan pie is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The creamy chocolate filling is rich and flavorful, and the pecans add a nice crunch and nutty flavor. This pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!

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