Platte County Pie

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 0

Get ready for a chocolate overload with Platte County Pie!

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 5 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

530

Sugar

42g

Fat

34g

Platte County Pie is a classic American dessert that originated in Missouri. It's been a favorite for generations and is often served at family gatherings and potlucks. With a flaky crust and a rich chocolate filling studded with nuts, this pie is a real crowd-pleaser. Platte County Pie is versatile and can be enjoyed warm or cold, with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	In a large bowl, beat eggs until foamy.
3.	Mix in flour, sugar, and vanilla. Add melted butter, and beat until well-blended.
4.	Stir in chocolate chips and nuts.
5.	Pour into pie shell and bake for 50 minutes.
6.	Let the pie cool before slicing and serving.

PROS

Platte County Pie is a decadent dessert that is rich and chocolatey.

It’s easy to make and is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

CONS

This pie is high in calories and sugar.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this pie is not healthy per se, dark chocolate provides antioxidants that may have benefits for heart health and brain function.
Nuts are nutrient-dense and may help lower cholesterol levels.

	2 eggs
	1/2 cup all-purpose flour
	1 cup white sugar
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	1/2 cup butter , melted
	1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
	1 cup chopped nuts
	1 pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie