German Chocolate Pie with Coconut Pecan Filling
A decadent dessert featuring a rich chocolate base topped with a chewy coconut pecan filling, perfect for gatherings and special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Pie
- 1 pie crust 1 pre-baked pie crust Store-bought or homemade
- 4 ounces 4 ounces German chocolate, chopped Dark-baking chocolate
- ½ cup ½ cup unsalted butter At room temperature
- 2 cups 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Pure vanilla extract recommended
- 1 cup 1 cup chopped pecans You can toast them for extra flavor
- 1 cup 1 cup flaked coconut Sweetened or unsweetened based on preference
- ½ cup ½ cup milk Whole milk preferred
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get it nice and warm while you prepare the filling.
- Melt the German chocolate and butter together in a heat-proof bowl over a pot of simmering water, stirring constantly until smooth. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined.
- Add the melted chocolate mixture to the sugar and egg mixture, mixing thoroughly to ensure a consistent blend.
- Gently fold in the chopped pecans and flaked coconut until well distributed.
- Pour the filling into the pre-baked pie crust and spread it evenly.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown.
- Allow the pie to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Notes
For added decadence, serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Ensure the pie cools completely before cutting for clean slices.