Description
Texas Trash Pie is an indulgent Southern dessert that marries a delightful mix of flavors and textures in every slice. This crowd-pleaser features a crunchy graham cracker crust topped with a creamy filling made from sweetened condensed milk, eggs, chocolate chips, and nuts. Perfect for barbecues or family gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins. Serve it warm or chilled, alongside a scoop of vanilla ice cream or fresh fruit for an elevated treat!
Ingredients
1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
– ½ cup melted butter
– ¼ cup sugar
– 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
– 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press into the bottom and sides of a pie dish.
3. In a bowl, whisk eggs; add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts.
4. Pour the filling into the crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and slightly jiggly in the center.
5. Cool before slicing.
Notes
– Customize with different types of chocolate or additional mix-ins like dried fruit or coconut flakes.
– Chill the pie before serving for better texture and flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 4g