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Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pie

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A timeless dessert featuring a silky smooth chocolate custard filling in a flaky baked pie crust, topped with fluffy whipped cream. This old-fashioned chocolate pie delivers rich chocolate flavor and nostalgic comfort in every slice.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Bake a 9-inch pie crust according to package or recipe instructions and allow it to cool completely.
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture becomes smooth.
  4. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook while whisking constantly until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
  5. In a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks.
  6. Slowly add a few tablespoons of the hot chocolate mixture into the egg yolks while whisking continuously to temper them.
  7. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan.
  8. Cook for about 2 more minutes while stirring constantly until thick and smooth.
  9. Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  10. Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust and smooth the surface.
  11. Press plastic wrap directly onto the filling and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully set.
  12. To prepare the topping, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
  13. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie before serving.

Notes

  • Whisk continuously while cooking to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth filling.
  • Tempering the egg yolks prevents them from scrambling when added to the hot mixture.
  • Press plastic wrap directly on the filling to prevent a skin from forming.
  • The pie can be made a day ahead and chilled until serving.
  • Garnish with chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for an elegant finish.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 28 g
  • Sodium: 190 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 46 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 120 mg

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