Best 4 Chocolate Pecan And Pumpkin Seed Pie With Gingersnap Crust Recipes

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Treat yourself and indulge in the rich flavors of a chocolate pecan and pumpkin seed pie baked in a crisp and crumbly gingersnap crust. This delectable pie is a symphony of textures and flavors, with the smooth and velvety chocolate filling harmonizing perfectly with the crunchy pecans and pumpkin seeds. The gingersnap crust adds a unique and spicy touch that elevates the overall experience. Whether you serve it as a special dessert for a celebration or enjoy it as a comforting treat on a cozy evening, this chocolate pecan and pumpkin seed pie with gingersnap crust is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.

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CHOCOLATE, PECAN, AND PUMPKIN SEED PIE WITH GINGERSNAP CRUST



Chocolate, Pecan, and Pumpkin Seed Pie With Gingersnap Crust image

Earthy and sweet with molasses, rich with cream, and bittersweet with dark chocolate, this sophisticated pie-with an easy press-in crumb crust-is a breeze to make.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Chocolate     Dessert     Thanksgiving     Kid-Friendly     Pecan     Seed     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Kosher     Diabetes-Friendly     Small Plates

Yield Makes 1 (9") pie

Number Of Ingredients 18

For the crust:
20 gingersnaps (about 4 1/2 ounces)
3/4 cup raw pecans (about 3 ounces)
1 tablespoon (packed) light brown sugar
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces
For the filling:
1 1/2 cups pecan halves (about 6 ounces)
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 ounces unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup heavy cream
4 large eggs
1/2 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon molasses
Special equipment:
A 9" pie pan (not deep dish), pastry brush

Steps:

  • Make the crust:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Pulse gingersnaps, pecans, brown sugar, and salt in a food processor until finely ground. Add butter and pulse until dough sticks together when pressed. Transfer to pie pan and press evenly into bottom and up sides with a flat measuring cup. Bake crust until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • Make the filling:
  • Spread pecans and pumpkin seeds on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast in 350°F oven until warmed through and lightly fragrant, 5 minutes; let cool.
  • Meanwhile, heat butter, chocolate, and cream in a heatproof bowl set over a saucepan of simmering water (bottom of bowl should not touch water), stirring, until melted and smooth, about 5 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • Whisk eggs and brown sugar in a large bowl until frothy. Whisk in salt and 1/4 cup molasses until smooth, then slowly add chocolate mixture, whisking constantly, until combined. Stir in half of toasted pecans and pumpkin seeds. Pour mixture into prepared crust. Arrange remaining pecans and pumpkin seeds evenly over filling.
  • Bake pie until filling is set around the edges but jiggles slightly in the center when shaken, 25-30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk remaining 1 Tbsp. molasses and 1 tsp. water in a small bowl.
  • Remove pie from oven and transfer to a wire rack. Using pastry brush, immediately brush surface with molasses mixture to glaze; let cool before serving.
  • Do Ahead
  • Pie can be made 1 day ahead; store at room temperature.

PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE PIE WITH GINGERSNAP CRUST



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If you're looking for a unique pumpkin pie recipe, you have to try this twist! Pumpkin chocolate pie is filled with the spices and warmth of a traditional pumpkin pie, but also with a hint of chocolate flavor. The gingersnap crust adds another depth of spice. Then, the entire pie is topped with pretty chocolate shavings and whipped cream.

Provided by Jessica Mode

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 gingersnap pie crust ((see recipe))
3 ounces semi-sweet chocolate
1 (15 ounce) can pure pumpkin
2 large eggs
3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup evaporated milk
semi sweet or milk chocolate bar (for garnish)
whipped cream (for serving)

Steps:

  • Prepare the gingersnap pie crust.
  • Heat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Place chocolate in a large heatproof bowl. In a microwave set to 50% power level (or power level 5), heat for 30 seconds. Stir chocolate around, and heat for an additional 30 seconds. Repeat as needed until chocolate is melted. After each round, be sure to fully stir the chocolate - it will help melt the rest of the unmelted chocolate.
  • Add pumpkin to the bowl with chocolate and mix until fully combined. Add eggs, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and evaporated milk and whisk until smooth. Pour into cooled crust.
  • Bake for 60 - 70 minutes until the edges of the pie are set and the middle of the pie no longer looks liquidy. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool to room temperature. Shave the end of the chocolate bar using a vegetable peeler to create chocolate curls to garnish on top of the pie. Serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 56 mg, Sodium 304 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 31 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PUMPKIN GINGERSNAP ICE CREAM PIE



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My family and I always try new desserts during the holidays. This one was a clear winner, so we now make it for all occasions! -Patricia Ness, La Mesa, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/2 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 30 cookies)
2 tablespoons ground walnuts
1 tablespoon canola oil
FILLING:
4 cups reduced-fat vanilla ice cream, softened if necessary
1 cup canned pumpkin pie filling
Pumpkin pie spice

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, mix crushed cookies and walnuts; stir in oil. Press onto bottom and up sides of an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Bake 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool completely on a wire rack., In a large bowl, mix ice cream and pie filling until blended. Spread into prepared crust; sprinkle with pie spice. Freeze, covered, 8 hours or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 233mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CHOCOLATE PUMPKIN PECAN PIE



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This pie has a bottom layer of chocolate, a middle layer of pumpkin, and is topped with pecan pie. A beautiful pie to serve during holidays or to company any time of the year.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pecan Pie Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree
3 large eggs, at room temperature
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
½ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon salt
3 ounces semisweet chocolate (such as Baker's®), chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup brown sugar
¼ cup dark corn syrup (such as Karo®)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
1 (9 inch) deep-dish pie crust
24 pecan halves (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Mix pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, ginger, and salt in a large bowl until well combined. Set aside.
  • Place baking chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir. Continue to microwave chocolate at 30-second intervals until melted. Measure out 1 cup of pumpkin mixture and stir into chocolate mixture. Set aside.
  • Mix melted butter, brown sugar, dark corn syrup, egg, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl until well combined. Stir in chopped pecans.
  • Place frozen pie crust on the baking sheet and pour in chocolate-pumpkin mixture. Carefully pour pumpkin mixture on top. Pour the pecan layer over the top. Arrange pecan halves around the outside perimeter of the pie.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until pie is set, 55 to 65 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 365.4 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 77.5 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 437.7 mg, Sugar 24.7 g

Tips:

  • For the perfect crust, combine gingersnap crumbs with melted butter and press into a 9-inch pie plate. Chill for at least 30 minutes before filling.
  • To make the chocolate filling, melt chocolate chips and butter together until smooth. Stir in pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, vanilla, salt, and spices until well combined.
  • Pour the chocolate filling into the prepared crust and top with chopped pecans and pumpkin seeds. Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set.
  • To make the whipped cream topping, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Dollop onto the cooled pie before serving.
  • For a nut-free pie, omit the pecans and pumpkin seeds from the filling and topping.
  • For a vegan pie, use vegan butter and milk in the crust and filling. You can also use maple syrup instead of sugar.

Conclusion:

This chocolate pecan and pumpkin seed pie is a delicious and festive dessert that's perfect for any occasion. The combination of chocolate, pumpkin, and nuts is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this pie a try!

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