Description
A rich and creamy pie with layers of chocolate, toasted coconut, and pecans that evoke comfort and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- Graham cracker or pie crust
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup shredded toasted coconut
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: If using a graham cracker crust, crush the crackers and mix them with softened butter and sugar, then press into a pie pan. Pre-bake the crust for about 10 minutes at 350°F.
- Make the Filling: In a saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa powder, and evaporated milk and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Stir constantly until thickened, then add butter and beaten eggs. After mixing well, remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Prepare the Topping: In a bowl, mix toasted coconut and chopped pecans with a bit of sugar and evaporated milk, then spread over the chocolate filling.
- Bake: Bake the pie for an additional 15-20 minutes at 350°F until the topping is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing to let the layers set.
Notes
Ensure butter is at room temperature for mixing. Toast coconut and pecans to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: German Chocolate Pie, dessert, family recipe, chocolate dessert, pecans, coconut, pie