Description
Homemade chocolate pie blends rich cocoa flavors with a buttery crust, creating a classic dessert. Chocolate lovers will savor each silky slice of this irresistible American favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 oz finely chopped dark chocolate (70% cocoa)
- 2.5 cups whole milk
- 1.25 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 prepared pie crust
- Freshly whipped cream (for topping)
- Finely chopped dark chocolate (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350℉ and arrange the oven rack in the middle position.
- Gently press the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, trimming edges and creating a decorative border.
- Cover the crust with parchment paper, completely lining the interior with pie weights or dried beans to prevent puffing.
- Bake the weighted crust for 20 minutes until the edges turn pale golden.
- Remove the weights and parchment paper, then return the crust to the oven for an additional 10 minutes until it becomes light golden brown.
- Allow the crust to cool completely at room temperature.
- In a medium saucepan, blend cornstarch, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- Whisk egg yolks, milk, and cream into the dry ingredients, creating a smooth liquid mixture.
- Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it bubbles and thickens to a pudding-like consistency.
- Remove from heat and immediately incorporate dark chocolate, butter, and vanilla, stirring until the mixture becomes perfectly smooth and glossy.
- Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie shell, using a spatula to spread evenly and eliminate any air pockets.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 6 hours to allow the filling to set completely.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with additional chopped dark chocolate for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth blending and consistent texture throughout the chocolate filling.
- Whisk egg yolks thoroughly to prevent lumps and create a silky custard base for the pie.
- Consider using a digital thermometer to monitor the pudding’s temperature, aiming for 180-185℉ for perfect thickening without scorching.
- Opt for high-quality dark chocolate with 60-70% cocoa content to enhance the rich, deep chocolate flavor of the pie.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 355 kcal
- Sugar: 45 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 135 mg