A decadent dessert combining the richness of chocolate fudge with the nutty crunch of pecans.
Ingredients:
- For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 3-4 tablespoons ice water
- For the filling:
- 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions:
- Make the crust: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, whisk together condensed milk, cocoa powder, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Assemble the pie: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough to a 12-inch circle. Fit into a 9-inch pie plate, trim the edges, and crimp as desired.
- Pour the filling: Pour the chocolate fudge filling into the prepared pie crust. Sprinkle the top with chopped pecans.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Cool: Let the pie cool completely before serving.
Optional: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.