Kentucky Derby Pie

This Kentucky Derby Pie is a chocolaty, nutty pie with a flaky crust - perfect dessert for Derby Day or for any occasion!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 45

Total Time 55

Servings

Calories 519kcal

Preheat oven to 350F degrees, position oven rack on the lowest level. Line a 9-inch pie plate with 1 refrigerated pie crust. Set aside.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or in a bowl using an electric mixer), cream ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly, 1 cup granulated sugar, ¼ teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract on medium speed for about a minute. Scrape down the bowl and paddle.
In a separate small bowl, lightly beat 2 large eggs then add eggs to the mixer bowl, mix on medium speed until incorporated, about 30 seconds.
Add ½ cup all-purpose flour, mix on low until incorporated and no streaks of flour remain, about 20-30 seconds. Scrape down the bowl, mix on low for an additional 10 seconds.
Add in 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and ½ cup chopped walnuts, mix on low until just combined, 10-15 seconds.
Pour mixture into prepared pie plate, smooth into an even layer.
Then bake until pie is set and a deep golden brown, about 40-45 minutes. Tent with foil the final 5 minutes of baking to prevent over browning, if necessary.
Transfer pie to a rack to cool for 2 hours. Serve at room temperature. Top with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.

Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions.