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Texas Trash Pie Recipe

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Texas Trash Pie is a decadent and rich dessert featuring a delightful mix of semisweet chocolate, caramel bits, crunchy pretzels, graham crackers, shredded coconut, and pecans, all baked in a buttery deep-dish pie crust. This no-fuss, indulgent treat combines sweet, salty, and crunchy textures for a satisfying pie perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 1 frozen deep dish pie crust (9 or 10-inch)

Filling

  • 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup coarsely crushed pretzels
  • 1 cup coarsely crushed graham crackers
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 3/4 cup pecan pieces
  • 1 cup Kraft caramel bits
  • 1/2 cup (8 tbsp.) butter, melted
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the oven rack on the second to lowest slot to ensure even baking from the bottom.
  2. Melt Butter and Prepare Ingredients: Melt the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl. Then, coarsely crush the pretzels and graham crackers into chunky pieces to add texture to the pie filling.
  3. Combine Filling Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips, crushed pretzels, crushed graham crackers, shredded coconut, pecan pieces, caramel bits, melted butter, and sweetened condensed milk. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly blended.
  4. Assemble and Bake: Pour the combined filling into the frozen deep dish pie crust, spreading it evenly. Bake the pie for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the pie is set and the top turns golden brown. Check the pie around 25 to 30 minutes into baking; if the top appears to be browning too quickly, cover it loosely with a piece of foil to prevent burning.
  5. Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes before slicing. This helps the filling to set properly for clean cuts and better texture.

Notes

  • Coarsely crushing pretzels and graham crackers helps maintain a crunchy texture within the pie.
  • Covering the pie with foil mid-bake prevents the top from burning while ensuring the inside cooks through.
  • Allowing the pie to cool before slicing results in cleaner portions.
  • Use a deep dish pie crust to accommodate the rich filling volume.
  • This pie can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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