Adding chile to your pecan pie recipe may seem a bit odd if you're used to making it the classic way, but there's a good reason Ree Drummond adds it to the filling, mainly that it balances out the other ingredients. Similar to using salt in desserts, chile peppers have the ability to counteract the sweetness of the sugar so it's not so overwhelming. Unlike salt however, chile also adds smoky, warm flavors, rather than just saltiness. The added complexity ultimately makes the filling taste more satisfying.
Technically ancho chile and cayenne pepper by themselves can upgrade the flavor of a pecan pie, but Ree Drummond takes it a step further by incorporating a hint of cocoa powder too. Chocolate and chile is a powerful combination, because it causes different flavors to get activated. Therefore, when you add both to your pecan pie, it will also bring out the herbaceous, fruity notes in them.
Ree Drummond's Spicy Ingredient For An Unbeatable Pecan Pie - Daily Meal
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