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German Chocolate Pie

Decadent German Chocolate Pie with Coconut Pecan Bliss

This German Chocolate Pie combines rich chocolate with sweet coconut and crunchy pecans, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 4 oz German's Sweet Chocolate or semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or evaporated milk
  • 1 tsp instant coffee optional
Topping
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut or unsweetened
  • 3/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar light or dark
  • 1/3 cup evaporated milk or regular milk
Crust
  • 1 pie crust pre-made store-bought or graham cracker crust

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Medium saucepan
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the pre-made pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish, crimp the edges, and pre-bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the German's Sweet Chocolate and unsalted butter, stirring until smooth.
  3. In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and fluffy. Gradually whisk in the melted chocolate mixture, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust and bake for 25-30 minutes, until set but still slightly jiggly. Allow to cool completely.
  5. Prepare the topping by combining the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and evaporated milk in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thick, about 5-7 minutes, then stir in the coconut and pecans.
  6. Spread the topping over the cooled pie and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, temper the eggs gradually with the hot chocolate mixture to avoid scrambling. The pie is even better the next day, so consider making it ahead of time.

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