Tar Heel Pie Recipe

A decadent and delicious Southern-style pie, passed down through generations! This rich, creamy Tar Heel Pie recipe features a melt-in-your-mouth chocolate base and a subtly sweet filling. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this easy-to-make, yet unforgettable dessert. Perfect for holidays or any special occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 444.6 kcal
Protein 9g
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Ingredients for Tar Heel Pie

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How to Make Tar Heel Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter. Pour the melted butter over 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips and stir until smooth and melted.
  3. In a separate large bowl, beat together 2 large eggs, 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  4. Gradually add 1 cup all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Gently stir the chocolate mixture into the batter until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the batter into a 9-inch unbaked pie crust.
  7. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the center is just set. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs.
  8. Let the pie cool completely on a wire rack before serving. For best results, chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

151g

Fat

34g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Tar Heel Pie?

Tar Heel Pie takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Tar Heel Pie?

Tar Heel Pie has approximately 444.6 calories per serving, with about 9 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 44 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Tar Heel Pie?

The key ingredients for Tar Heel Pie are Chocolate Chips, Margarine, Pecans, Vanilla, Plain Flour, White Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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