Hillbilly Pie
Hillbilly Pie is a classic Southern dessert featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, rich chocolate, crunchy pecans, and a creamy condensed milk filling. Simple, hearty, and irresistibly delicious—this comfort pie will have everyone asking for seconds!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- 9-inch pie pan
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Oven
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
Filling
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, mix together chopped pecans and chocolate chips. Spread evenly over the crust.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the pecan and chocolate layer.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Let the pie cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Enjoy warm or chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream or ice cream.
Notes
For added flavor, toast the pecans before using. To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free graham crackers. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.