A Slice of Autumn: Walnut Pie with a Hint of Chocolate

This is an easy and reliable recipe that turns out great every time. It’s best served warm with whipped cream, ice cream, or a drizzle of chocolate—whatever you have on hand. I use my sweet shortcrust pastry recipe for the base.

How I Make It

I Use good-quality walnuts—the kind you’d happily snack on. Some baking varieties can be a bit bitter, so it’s worth doing a taste test before you start.

This recipe is similar to a pecan pie—rich and sweet—but I prefer the slightly fresher flavour of walnuts. And if you’re like me, the optional chocolate is a must. It makes this pie even more of a treat.

Tips and Tricks

Use a lovely, dark cooking chocolate for a rich, mellow flavour.

If you like a pie jam-packed with filling, try doubling the mixture. Pour the last of the filling while the pie is already in the oven to avoid any spills.

If you’re making the pie in advance, keep it in the fridge overnight and gently reheat it at a low temperature when you’re ready to serve.

Walnut Pie Recipe

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Chocolate Walnut Pie

• Servings: 8
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 40 mins
• Difficulty: medium
• Rating: ★★★★★
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A rich and nutty walnut pie with a sweet syrupy filling, perfect for any occasion. Optionally enriched with chocolate for an indulgent twist.

Tip: Ensure the pie cools for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the filling to set perfectly.
Recipe credit: A combination of Santa Barbara Slice by “California Walnuts”, Family Circle 1987, and my own chocolate pie recipe developed over the years.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup golden syrup
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 tsp mixed spice
• 1/4 cup water
• 60g melted butter
• 3 large eggs
• 100g chocolate (optional)
• 1 heaped cup walnuts
• Sweet pie case

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F).
2. Prepare Filling: Gently heat golden syrup, brown sugar, mixed spice, water, and melted butter in a saucepan until sugar dissolves. Set aside to cool slightly.
3. Whisk Eggs: In a bowl, whisk eggs, then slowly add to cooled syrup mixture, stirring constantly.
4. Add Walnuts & Chocolate: Stir in walnuts. Fold in chocolate if using.
5. Fill Pie Case: Pour mixture into prepared sweet pastry shell.
6. Bake: Bake 35–40 minutes until filling is set and golden brown.
7. Cool: Let pie cool completely before slicing to firm up filling.

Nutrition

Per Serving: 375 calories; 28 g fat; 33 g carbohydrates; 6 g protein; 2.5 g fibre; 50 mg sodium.

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