Kentucky Derby Chocolate Pie (Printer-Friendly Version)

Gooey chocolate and walnut pie with flaky crust, ideal for celebrations or sweet cravings.

# Ingredients Needed:

→ Crust

01 - 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust

→ Filling

02 - 115 grams (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
03 - 200 grams (1 cup) granulated sugar
04 - 55 grams (¼ cup) packed light brown sugar
05 - 1/4 teaspoon table salt
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 2 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 30 grams (¼ cup) all-purpose flour
09 - 170 grams (about 1 cup) semi-sweet chocolate chips
10 - 115 grams (1 cup) chopped walnuts

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Position oven rack at the lowest level. Line a 9-inch pie plate with the unbaked pie crust.
02 - In a mixer bowl fitted with paddle attachment, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and vanilla extract on medium speed until pale and fluffy. Scrape down the bowl.
03 - Lightly beat eggs in a separate bowl, then add to the mixer and blend on medium speed for 30 seconds until fully incorporated.
04 - Add all-purpose flour and mix on low speed until no streaks of flour remain, about 20-30 seconds. Scrape bowl and mix an additional 10 seconds on low.
05 - Add semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, then mix on low speed just until combined, approximately 10-15 seconds.
06 - Pour the filling into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top evenly.
07 - Bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the pie is set and golden brown. Tent with foil during the last 5 minutes if needed to prevent overbrowning.
08 - Transfer pie to a cooling rack and allow it to cool completely for 2 hours. Serve at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - For a boozy note, add 2-3 tablespoons of Kentucky bourbon to the filling before baking.
02 - Pie is best stored covered at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerated for up to 7 days. Allow chilled pie to warm at room temperature for 1 hour before serving.
03 - Using salted butter? Omit additional salt from the filling.
04 - If using a deep-dish pie plate, increase filling by 50% and extend baking time 10-15 minutes or until set.

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