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Chocolate Cream Pie

Chocolate Cream Pie

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This recipe guides you through creating a rich, creamy chocolate pie with a crisp crust and a smooth, decadent filling. It is a satisfying dessert for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 9-inch pie crust, baked and cooled
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
  2. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil. Boil for 1 minute, stirring.
  4. Remove from heat. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually whisk about 1/2 cup of the hot chocolate mixture into the egg yolks to temper them.
  5. Pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining chocolate mixture, whisking constantly.
  6. Return to medium-low heat and cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly. Do not boil.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and alcohol-free vanilla extract until combined.
  8. Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the filling to prevent a skin from forming.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until thoroughly chilled and set.
  10. Before serving, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar in a cold bowl with cold beaters until stiff peaks form.
  11. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled chocolate pie.

Notes

  • Ensure the pie crust is completely cooled before adding the filling to prevent a soggy bottom.
  • Tempering the egg yolks slowly prevents them from scrambling.
  • For extra chocolate flavor, you can add a few drops of chocolate extract to the filling.
  • The pie can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
  • Garnish with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for a more appealing presentation.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Find it online: https://recipesuniverse.com/chocolate-cream-pie/