COCONUT-PECAN GERMAN CHOCOLATE PIE

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I've always loved pies, really more than cake, so when I saw this recipe for German Chocolate Pie, I was thrilled. I can almost taste that creamy, chocolate-y filling! This is one I want to try with my granddaughter. Recipe: tasteofhome.com 11-17-14

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Pies

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 single crust pie dough
4 oz german sweet chocolate, chopped
2 oz unsweetened chocolate, chopped
1 can(s) (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
4 egg yolks
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 c chopped pecans
TOPPING
1/2 c brown sugar
1/2 c whipping cream
1/4 c butter, cubed
2 egg yolks
1 c flaked coconut
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 c chopped pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Roll dough to a 1/8-in. thickness in a circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim and flute. Line unpricked pastry with foil. Fill with pie weights. Bake in a preheated 400º oven for 12 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake 6-8 minutes or until light brown. Cool. Reduce oven setting to 350º.
  • 2. Melt chocolates; cool slightly.
  • 3. Whisk in milk, yolks and vanilla; stir in pecans.
  • 4. Pour into crust. Bake 16-19 minutes or until set. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack.
  • 5. In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, cream and butter. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat.
  • 6. Whisk a small amount of hot mixture into yolks; return to pan, whisking constantly. Cook and stir 3 minutes or until thickened and a thermometer reads 160º. Remove from heat. Stir in coconut and vanilla; cool 10 minutes.
  • 7. Pour over filling; sprinkle with pecans. Chill 4 hours or until cold.

jackson agalomba
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This pie is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion. I served it at my Thanksgiving dinner and everyone raved about it.


Destiny Smithy
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This pie is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Tanveer Sonia
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I've been making this pie for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


GIFTY LAMPTEY
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This pie is the perfect dessert for a chocolate lover. It's rich, decadent, and absolutely delicious.


Amanda Hickey
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I loved this pie! The coconut flavor is subtle and perfectly complements the chocolate and pecans.


Mahatab Rabbe
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This pie is a bit too time-consuming to make for a weeknight dessert, but it's perfect for a weekend project.


LW Elms
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I had some trouble finding all of the ingredients for this pie, but it was worth the effort. It's a delicious and unique dessert.


Lilliana Diaz
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This pie is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


GOMIDA SAKUNTHA
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I've never been a fan of German chocolate pie, but this recipe changed my mind. It's the perfect balance of chocolate, coconut, and pecans.


Alice Jones
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This pie is so rich and decadent, it's perfect for a special occasion. I served it at my Thanksgiving dinner and everyone raved about it.


Rita Zamudio
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I made this pie for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best pie he's ever had.


Alex Harris
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This pie is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's the perfect dessert for a special occasion.


Leo Benitez
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I was a little hesitant to try this pie because I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I'm so glad I did! The coconut flavor is subtle and perfectly complements the chocolate and pecans.


Guru Bhattarai
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This is the best German chocolate pie I've ever had. The coconut and pecan filling is so rich and decadent, and the chocolate ganache is the perfect finishing touch.


Leslie Pena
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I've made this pie several times now and it always turns out perfect. It's a family favorite.


Chuck Berry
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This coconut pecan German chocolate pie was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved it.