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Derby Pie

A classic American dessert combining chocolate, nuts, and a sweet syrup mixture in a flaky crust, perfect for celebrations like Derby Day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the pie filling
  • 1 unbaked pie crust 1 unbaked pie crust
  • 1 cup 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Use your choice of nuts
  • 1 cup 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips High-quality chocolate chips are recommended
  • 3 large 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup 1 cup corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar, eggs, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until you achieve a smooth mixture.
  3. Gently fold in the chopped nuts and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  4. Pour the filling into the unbaked pie crust, ensuring it's level and spread evenly.
Baking
  1. Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 50 to 60 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden.
  2. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve warm or at room temperature for the best flavor. Enjoy with ice cream or whipped cream.