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German Chocolate Pie

A decadent dessert featuring creamy chocolate, crunchy pecans, and chewy coconut, perfect for any gathering.
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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
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 9-inch deep dish pie shell (frozen, refrigerated, or homemade) The perfect base for holding all the delightful ingredients.
Filling
  • 1/4 cup salted butter Adds a creamy richness.
  • 1 4 oz package Baker's German Chocolate (chopped) The star of the show, providing rich chocolate flavor.
  • 1 12 oz can evaporated milk (not condensed) Gives the filling a creamy consistency.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Balances the rich flavors.
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar Adds deeper sweetness.
  • 3 large eggs Acts as a binder.
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch Helps thicken the filling.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the dessert's aroma.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Balances the sweetness.
  • 1 cup pecans (roughly chopped and divided) Adds richness and texture.
  • 1 1/2 cup sweetened flaked coconut (divided) Offers a chewy, tropical twist.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Fit your pie crust into a 9-inch deep dish pie plate.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt together the salted butter and chopped German chocolate, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and add evaporated milk.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  5. Gradually whisk in the melted chocolate mixture until incorporated.
  6. Layer 1/2 cup of the chopped pecans and half of the sweetened flaked coconut in the bottom of the pie shell. Pour in the chocolate mixture and top with the remaining pecans and coconut.
Baking
  1. Place the pie in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes until the center is set. Check at 35 minutes; if browning too quickly, cover with foil.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
  2. Serve with fresh whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optionally garnished with chocolate curls.

Notes

Consider adding a dash of espresso powder to the chocolate mixture for a deeper flavor. You can use toasted coconut for a nuttier taste.