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How to make Chocolate Caramel Pecan Delight — key cooking step

Decadent Chocolate Caramel Pecan Delight

  • Author: Maxine Delarue
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Desserts
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and indulgent dessert featuring layers of chocolate, caramel, and pecans.


Ingredients

Scale

1 cup pecans, chopped

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsalted butter

1/2 cup heavy cream

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

1 pre-made pie crust


Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a saucepan, melt the butter and sugar over medium heat until combined.

3. Stir in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and salt. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly.

4. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips, stirring until melted and smooth.

5. Spread the chopped pecans in the pie crust and pour the chocolate caramel mixture over them.

6. Bake for 25 minutes or until the filling is set.

7. Let cool for at least 15 minutes before serving.


Notes

Serve with whipped cream for an extra treat.

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 28g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: chocolate, caramel, pecan, dessert