Description
Hillbilly Pie is a classic Southern comfort dessert featuring seven layers of rich sweetness, combining a buttery pie crust with a luscious filling of sugars, syrup, pecans, and chocolate chips. This indulgent pie bakes to a golden perfection with a gooey, nutty center that’s perfect for sharing at family gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 pie crust
Filling
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 4 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the pie evenly.
- Mix Sugars and Syrup: In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Stir these ingredients together until they are fully blended to create a sweet, sticky base.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melted butter, crack in the eggs, and add vanilla extract to the sugar mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure all the wet and dry ingredients are well incorporated, forming a smooth filling.
- Fold in Pecans and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chopped pecans and chocolate chips to distribute the nuts and chocolate evenly throughout the filling without overmixing.
- Fill Pie Crust: Pour the prepared filling mixture into the pie crust, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.
- Bake: Place the pie on the center rack of the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes. The pie is done when the filling is set and golden, and a knife inserted near the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. This step allows the filling to fully set for perfect slices.
Notes
- Ensure the pie crust is fully thawed if using a frozen crust before filling.
- Use fresh eggs for best flavor and texture.
- Allow the pie to cool completely to avoid runny slices.
- For a crunchier texture, toast pecans lightly before adding to the filling.
- This pie is rich and sweet, so serve in modest slices with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for balance.
