Chocolate Pecan Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups pecans
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 unbaked pie crust (9 inches)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a bowl, combine pecans, sugar, flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie crust.
6. Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving (1/8 of the pie): Calories: 450, Fat: 25g, Carbohydrates: 55g, Protein: 6g) Note: Nutritional information may vary depending on the specific ingredients used.

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and chocolatey flavor
• Crispy and crunchy texture from the pecans
• Perfect balance of sweet and bitter flavors

User Comments:

1. "This Chocolate Pecan Pie was amazing! The combination of chocolate and pecans was so delicious."
2. "The pie crust was flaky and crispy, while the filling was rich and creamy."
3. "A great dish for a special occasion. The flavor combination is unique and will be a hit with chocolate lovers."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use unbaked pie crust to ensure even baking of the filling.
• Keep an eye on the pie while baking as it can easily overbake and become dry.
• Adjust baking time based on your oven's temperature and the specific pie dish you are using.