Chocolate Caramel Pie 🍫🥧
Introduction:
This Chocolate Caramel Pie recipe is a delightful indulgence that I stumbled upon in one of my old Betty Crocker cookbooks, and let me tell you, it’s a keeper! Perfect for those moments when you need a quick yet impressive dessert, this pie combines the rich flavors of chocolate and caramel with the creaminess of cream cheese, all nestled in a buttery pecan crust. With just 30 minutes of total preparation time, including both prep and cook time, you’ll have a decadent treat ready to impress your guests or satisfy your sweet tooth cravings in no time!
Recipe Details:
- Name: Chocolate Caramel Pie
- Category: Pie
- Keywords: Dessert, Cheese, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
- Servings: 12
- Calories per Serving: 335.4
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Butter | 1 1/2 |
Margarine | 1/4 |
Water | 1 |
Pecans | 2 |
Cream Cheese | 2 |
Powdered Sugar | 1/2 |
Hot Water | 2 |
Vanilla | 1/3 |
Powdered Sugar | 4 |
Chocolate | 3 |
Heavy Cream | 1 |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Crust:
- Place crushed Pecan Sandies in a pie pan.
- Add melted butter and shape it to the pan to form a crust.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
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Prepare the Caramel Layer:
- Heat caramels, margarine, and 2 tablespoons of water over medium heat.
- Stir frequently until caramels are melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Pour the caramel mixture into the prepared crust.
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Add Pecans:
- Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly over the caramel layer.
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Chill the Pie:
- Refrigerate the pie for about 1 hour or until chilled and set.
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Prepare the Cream Cheese Layer:
- In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and 1/3 cup of powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chilled caramel layer.
- Return the pie to the refrigerator to set.
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Prepare the Chocolate Layer:
- Heat chocolate and 3 tablespoons of hot water over low heat, stirring constantly until chocolate is melted and smooth.
- Let the chocolate mixture cool to room temperature.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
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Prepare the Whipped Cream:
- In a chilled medium bowl, beat heavy cream and 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Reserve 1 1/2 cups of whipped cream for topping.
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Combine Chocolate and Whipped Cream:
- Gently fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the remaining whipped cream until well combined.
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Assemble the Pie:
- Spread the chocolate whipped cream mixture evenly over the cream cheese layer in the pie crust.
- Top with the reserved whipped cream.
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Garnish and Chill:
- Garnish the pie with chocolate curls if desired.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 1 hour or until firm before serving.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve chilled Chocolate Caramel Pie, and savor every luscious bite of this irresistible dessert!
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Storage:
- Any leftover pie can be stored in the refrigerator to enjoy later.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 335.4
- Fat: 31.9g
- Saturated Fat: 17.2g
- Cholesterol: 80.1mg
- Sodium: 108.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 12.5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 9.7g
- Protein: 2.7g
Conclusion:
With its buttery pecan crust, creamy caramel layer, velvety cream cheese filling, and decadent chocolate topping, this Chocolate Caramel Pie is sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a special treat for yourself and your loved ones. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. So go ahead, indulge your sweet tooth and treat yourself to a slice of pure bliss with this irresistible pie!