Best 5 Grandma Grays Famous Chocolate Pecan Pie Recipe For 2 Pies Recipes

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Welcome to the world of sweet indulgences! In this article, we'll guide you through the delightful journey of baking Grandma Gray's Famous Chocolate Pecan Pie recipe, a timeless classic that has won hearts for generations. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of flavors as we unveil the secrets behind this legendary dessert. From the velvety chocolate filling to the crunchy pecan topping, this pie is sure to leave you spellbound. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to Grandma Gray's kitchen, where memories and deliciousness collide.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHOCOLATE PECAN PIE II



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This is a favorite for the chocolate pecan lovers at our house!

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Pecan Pie Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (9 inch) unbaked pie crust
4 eggs, beaten
¾ cup white sugar
¼ cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
½ cup butter, softened
1 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, blend together the eggs, white sugar, brown sugar, flour, butter, corn syrup and vanilla.
  • Add the chocolate chips and pecans; mix well and pour into pie crusts.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 40 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 785.1 calories, Carbohydrate 94 g, Cholesterol 123.5 mg, Fat 44.8 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 16.4 g, Sodium 377.9 mg, Sugar 49.4 g

ULTIMATE CHOCOLATE CHUNK PECAN PIE



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Our family hosts an annual barn party for our close friends, complete with a pie cook-off. A few years ago, this recipe won first prize! -Janice Schneider, Kansas City, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 ounces cold cream cheese, cubed
1/4 cup cold butter, cubed
2 to 3 tablespoons ice water
FILLING:
1/3 cup sugar
3 tablespoons butter
2 cups coarsely chopped semisweet chocolate, divided
4 large eggs
1 cup dark corn syrup
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dash salt
2-1/2 cups pecan halves, toasted

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix flour and salt; cut in cream cheese and butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water, tossing with a fork until dough holds together when pressed. Shape into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 30 minutes or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim pastry to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate while making filling., In a small saucepan, combine sugar, butter and 1 cup chopped chocolate; stir over low heat until smooth. Cool slightly., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, corn syrup, vanilla and salt until blended. Stir in chocolate mixture. Layer pecans and remaining chopped chocolate in pastry shell; pour chocolate mixture over top., Bake 55-60 minutes or until set. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack. Refrigerate 2 hours or until cold.

Nutrition Facts :

GRANDMA'S COMPLETELY DIFFERENT PECAN PIE



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This wonderful recipe has been passed down from my Grandma, to my Mother and now to me. This is not like your typical pecan pie, more of a softened macaroon.

Provided by JennT

Categories     Pie

Time 2h30m

Yield 1 Pie, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

11 squares graham crackers (finely ground)
1 cup pecans (chopped fine)
3 egg whites (large)
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 pint whipping cream, sweetened to taste (When making whipped cream, as you are beating the mixture, just slowly sprinkle in sugar to sweeten)

Steps:

  • Beat egg whites until very fluffy.
  • Add baking powder.
  • Very slowly add sugar while mixer beats (will become thick and heavy).
  • With rubber spatula, fold in cracker crumbs (you can roller crackers in a plastic bag to make fine crumbs).
  • Fold in nuts and vanilla.
  • Pour into greased 8" or 9" round pie pan. Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven for 30 minutes. Do not under-bake, will puff up and then settle and crack.
  • Cool, then chill in refrigerator.
  • Night before or early morning, seal to edge with whipped cream.
  • Decorate with fine graham cracker crumbs. This is even better the longer it sits with the whipped cream on it to soften it all the way through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 456.5, Fat 29.1, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 54.3, Sodium 150.4, Carbohydrate 47.1, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 38.3, Protein 5.2

MY GRANDMA'S CHOCOLATE PIES



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My grandma didn't measure anything so this is as close as I could get. I never said it was a healthy recipe. It can be made without the evaporated milk and using low fat or skim milk and using margarine instead of butter but please use real vanilla and a good quality cocoa. You might have to adjust the cornstarch or cocoa depending on how thick or chocolaty you like your pies. I make 2 of these pies for every church covered dish meal and never get to bring a slice home. Oh yes...you can cook the filling in a large double boiler to avoid scorching it, it just takes longer.

Provided by Danzy

Categories     Pie

Time 55m

Yield 2 pies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (9 inch) deep dish pie shells, baked (bought or homemade)
2 cups sugar
6 tablespoons cornstarch
6 tablespoons good quality cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring (NOT ARTIFICIAL)
1 (15 ounce) can evaporated milk
4 cups whole milk
1/4 cup butter
6 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar

Steps:

  • Stir together sugar, cornstarch, salt and cocoa in a heavy 3 quart boiler.
  • Beat egg yolks with milk and stir into dry ingredients.
  • Add butter that has been cut into small cubes and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens and just begins to "bubble".
  • You must stir constantly or this filling will scorch.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and pour into baked pie shells and let cool some.
  • Make a meringue from the 6 egg whites, cream of tarter and sugar.
  • Spread on top of pies and brown in the oven at 325°F.
  • Remove pies from oven when meringue is nicely brown.
  • Let cool at least 30 minutes before you attempt to cut these pies.
  • Let the kids or dear hubby have the pot and stirring spoon to lick clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2740.9, Fat 115.5, SaturatedFat 53.7, Cholesterol 729.5, Sodium 1868.9, Carbohydrate 376.8, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 244.2, Protein 62.2

GRANDMA'S CHOCOLATE MERINGUE PIE



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My grandmother served this old fashioned chocolate pie recipe after Sunday dinner each week, usually with an apology it was "too runny" or something else was wrong with it. Of course, grandma's chocolate pie was never less than perfect! - Donna Vest Tilley, Chesterfield, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Dough for single-crust pie
3/4 cup sugar
5 tablespoons baking cocoa
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups whole milk
3 large egg yolks, room temperature, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large egg whites, room temperature
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°., Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are light golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 350°., In a saucepan, mix sugar, cocoa, cornstarch and salt; gradually add milk. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from heat. Stir about 1 cup of the hot filling into the egg yolks. Return to saucepan and bring to a gentle boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla. Pour hot filling into pie crust. , For meringue, immediately beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue to beat until stiff and glossy. Spread evenly over hot filling, sealing meringue to pie crust. Bake until meringue is golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly impact the flavor of your pie. Choose a chocolate with a high cocoa content (at least 70%) and a rich, deep flavor that melts smoothly.
  • Toast the pecans: Toasting pecans brings out their nutty flavor and makes them more fragrant. Spread the pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast them in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Watch closely to prevent burning.
  • Use a combination of corn syrup and sugar: This combination helps to prevent the filling from crystallizing and gives it a smooth, rich texture. You can use light or dark corn syrup, depending on your preference.
  • Don't over-mix the filling: Over-mixing the filling can make it tough. Stir until the ingredients are just combined, then stop.
  • Bake the pie until the filling is set: The filling should be firm to the touch but still have a slight wobble in the center. Over-baking can make the filling dry and crumbly.
  • Allow the pie to cool completely before serving: This allows the filling to set and firm up. You can serve the pie warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Grandma Gray's Famous Chocolate Pecan Pie is a decadent and delicious dessert that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of rich chocolate, crunchy pecans, and creamy filling is sure to please everyone. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make this pie at home and enjoy a taste of Grandma's home cooking.

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