Texas Trash Pie

Comfort food holds a special place in our hearts, often evoking nostalgia and joy with every bite. It’s that warm feeling you get when you sit down to a plate of your favorite home-cooked meal or, in this case, slice into a decadent dessert. One such delightful creation that embodies the spirit of Southern cuisine is Texas Trash Pie. This unique dessert combines sweet, salty, and nutty flavors into a single, mouthwatering dish that promises to transport you back to cozy family gatherings and sun-soaked summer evenings.

Discover the mouthwatering charm of Texas Trash Pie, a delightful Southern dessert that perfectly blends sweet, salty, and nutty flavors. This easy recipe features a unique mix of crushed saltines, mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, and chopped pecans, all nestled in a simple pie crust. Ideal for potlucks and family gatherings, each slice is a taste of Texan hospitality and a chance to create lasting memories. Get ready to impress with this comforting dessert! #TexasTrashPie #SouthernDesserts #ComfortFood #Baking #PieRecipes #Foodie #DessertLovers #HomeBaking

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Ingredients

1 pre-made pie crust

1 cup crushed saltine crackers

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 cup mini marshmallows

1/2 cup chopped pecans

1/4 cup chocolate chips

1/4 cup peanut butter, melted

3 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (for serving, optional)

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Place the pre-made pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish. Bake it for 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Set aside to cool.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the crushed saltine crackers, sugar, cocoa powder, mini marshmallows, chopped pecans, and chocolate chips. Mix until evenly distributed.

In another bowl, whisk together the melted peanut butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.

Gradually fold the egg mixture into the dry ingredients, ensuring everything is well combined.

Pour the filling into the baked pie crust, spreading it evenly.

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until set in the center.

Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature.

Serve slices of Texas Trash Pie with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Servings: 8