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Southern Fudge Pie Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Southern Fudge Pie is a decadent, rich dessert featuring a fudgy chocolate filling made with melted butter and unsweetened chocolate, combined with eggs, sugar, and flour, and studded with chopped pecans. Baked to perfection, it offers a gooey center with a slightly crisp top, perfect when served warm with vanilla ice cream, chocolate syrup, and extra pecans for added texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Pie Filling

  • 3/4 cup salted butter
  • 3 (1 ounce) unsweetened chocolate squares
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans (or walnuts)

To Serve

  • Vanilla ice cream
  • Chocolate syrup
  • Chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pie Plate: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a 9-inch pie plate with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Melt Butter and Chocolate: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt together 3/4 cup salted butter and 3 unsweetened chocolate squares, stirring frequently until smooth and fully combined. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
  3. Beat Eggs: In a mixing bowl, beat 3 large eggs with an electric or stand mixer on medium-high speed for about 5 minutes until light and frothy.
  4. Add Sugar: Gradually add 1 1/2 cups sugar to the beaten eggs while continuing to beat, ensuring the mixture becomes well blended.
  5. Incorporate Chocolate Mixture: Slowly add the cooled melted chocolate and butter mixture to the egg and sugar mixture, mixing until fully combined.
  6. Add Flour and Vanilla: Gradually add 3/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, beating the mixture until smooth and well blended.
  7. Scrape Sides: If using a stand mixer, scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are evenly mixed.
  8. Fold in Pecans: Gently stir in 1/2 cup chopped pecans to distribute them evenly through the batter.
  9. Bake the Pie: Pour the batter into the prepared pie plate and bake on the middle rack of the oven at 350°F for 35 to 40 minutes. The pie is done when the center is firm to the touch.
  10. Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack. Slice and serve topped with vanilla ice cream, drizzle of chocolate syrup, and additional chopped pecans for garnish.

Notes

  • Be careful not to overbake; the filling should be firm but still moist and fudgy in the center.
  • Using salted butter balances the sweetness, but unsalted butter can be used with a pinch of added salt if preferred.
  • Chopped walnuts can be substituted for pecans depending on preference or availability.
  • For easier mixing, make sure the melted chocolate mixture is cooled slightly before adding to eggs to prevent curdling.
  • This pie is best enjoyed the day it’s made but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/southern-fudge-pie-recipe/