Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of German Chocolate Pie, a delightful dessert that combines velvety chocolate, crunchy pecans, and sweet coconut in a flaky crust. This unique twist on the classic chocolate pie is perfect for birthdays, family gatherings, or a cozy weekend treat. Each slice offers a heavenly balance of creamy filling and nutty toppings, guaranteed to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you enjoy it with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, this pie is sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 deep dish pie shell (9-inch)
- 1/4 cup salted butter
- 4 oz Baker's German Chocolate (chopped)
- 12 oz can evaporated milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans (divided)
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened flaked coconut (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and fit the pie crust into a deep dish pie plate.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter and German chocolate until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in evaporated milk.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined. Gradually add the melted chocolate mixture while whisking.
- Sprinkle half of the chopped pecans and half of the coconut at the bottom of the pie shell. Pour the chocolate mixture on top and then add remaining pecans and coconut.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggles when shaken.
- Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg