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Classic Grandma’s Derby Pie Recipe with Dark Chocolate and Black Walnuts

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A rich and comforting homemade dessert featuring a gooey dark chocolate and black walnut filling in a buttery pie crust, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pre-made 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks (at least 60% cocoa)
  • 1 cup chopped black walnuts, toasted lightly
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon bourbon

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Fit your 9-inch pie dish with the crust. If using store-bought, gently press it in and crimp the edges. No need to pre-bake.
  3. In a large bowl, beat 6 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter with 1 cup granulated sugar and 1/2 cup packed brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until well combined but do not overmix.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  6. Gradually fold the flour mixture into the wet batter until just combined.
  7. Stir in 1 cup dark chocolate chips or chunks and 1 cup chopped black walnuts (toasted if possible). If using bourbon, add 1 tablespoon here.
  8. Spread the mixture evenly in the pie crust. It will be thick and sticky.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the edges are set and golden brown and the center is slightly jiggly but not raw. A toothpick inserted should come out with moist crumbs, not wet batter.
  10. Let the pie cool completely on a rack before slicing. Optionally chill in the fridge for firmer slices.

Notes

If crust edges brown too quickly, cover them with foil halfway through baking. Toast black walnuts lightly in a dry pan for 3-5 minutes to enhance flavor. Let pie cool completely before slicing to set filling. For a glossy crust, brush edges with beaten egg before baking.

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