Description
Indulge in the rich and decadent flavors of Kentucky Sawdust Pie. A delightful combination of sweetened coconut, graham cracker crumbs, pecans, and chocolate chips, all baked into a luscious pie. Perfect for those who love a sweet treat with a Southern twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 6 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Serving:
- whipped cream for serving
- shaved chocolate or extra pecans for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust: Place the unbaked pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish.
- Mix the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the coconut, graham cracker crumbs, pecans, chocolate chips, and sugar.
- Beat egg whites: In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites and vanilla until frothy, then fold into the dry mixture.
- Fill the crust: Spoon the filling into the pie crust and spread evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the top is golden and set.
- Cool and serve: Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing. Serve with whipped cream and garnish with shaved chocolate or pecans if desired.
Notes
- This pie is rich and sweet, so small slices go a long way.
- You can prepare it a day in advance and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Toasting the pecans beforehand adds extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 52 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 68 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
