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Delicious Chocolate Walnut Pie served on a plate with nuts and chocolate drizzle

Chocolate Walnut Pie

A delightful fusion of rich dark chocolate and crunchy walnuts, this chocolate walnut pie is perfect for family gatherings and special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Use a gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option.
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, chilled and diced Cold butter helps achieve a flaky texture.
  • 0.25 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 3-4 tablespoons ice water Adjust amount as needed to form a dough.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup light corn syrup Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1.5 cups walnuts, roughly chopped Substitute with pecans or hazelnuts if desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and powdered sugar. Cut in the chilled butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in the egg yolk and enough ice water to form a dough. Press the dough into a greased 9-inch pie dish and prick the bottom with a fork.
  4. Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Filling Preparation
  1. In a saucepan over low heat, melt the semisweet chocolate chips, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, corn syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Stir the melted chocolate into the sugar mixture. Carefully fold in the chopped walnuts.
Baking
  1. Pour the filling into the pre-baked crust and smooth the top.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  3. Allow the pie to cool before slicing. The texture will firm up as it cools.

Notes

For extra richness, add a touch of espresso powder to the chocolate filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for a few minutes to enjoy warm.