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Chocolate Cream Pie

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pre-made pie crust store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch
  • 0.33 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 6 ounces bittersweet or semisweet chocolate or chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream for topping
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for topping
  • 1 tablespoon espresso powder optional

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Pie dish
  • Electric mixer for whipping cream

Method
 

  1. Prepare your pie crust according to package directions or your recipe, and let it cool completely.
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and salt.
  3. Gradually whisk in the milk until well combined.
  4. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly add a cup of the hot chocolate mixture to the yolks to temper them.
  6. Add the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla extract until everything is melted and smooth.
  8. Let the filling cool for about 10 minutes before pouring it into the prepared pie crust.
  9. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight to let it set.
  10. Just before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form, then spread over the pie.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 6gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 8IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best results, chill the pie overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the filling to fully set. If you want to make this ahead, prepare the crust and filling separately and assemble them the day before serving. To elevate the flavor, consider adding a tablespoon of espresso powder to the filling. If you're using a graham cracker crust, try adding cocoa powder to the mixture for a richer taste. When transporting, use a pie carrier to protect the whipped cream topping.
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