Chocolate Chess Pie
Indulge in the decadence of a Southern classic with this rich and velvety Chocolate Chess Pie. Featuring a luscious filling made with unsweetened cocoa, creamy evaporated milk, and a hint of vanilla, this pie is baked in a flaky 9-inch crust for the perfect balance of textures. The buttery, chocolatey custard is irresistibly smooth and comes together with just a handful of pantry staples, making it both simple and satisfying to prepare. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you'll have a dessert that bakes to perfection with a slightly crisp top and a creamy, fudgy center. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, topped with fluffy whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an unforgettable treat. This Chocolate Chess Pie is the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers and an elegant addition to any dinner table or holiday gathering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch Unbaked pie shell
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cups Evaporated milk
- 2 whole Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Place the unbaked 9-inch pie shell on a baking sheet and set it aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from the heat and stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder until smooth.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and salt until well combined.
Slowly stir in the cocoa mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
Add the evaporated milk and stir until smooth and uniform.
Pour the chocolate filling into the prepared pie shell, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Carefully transfer the pie on the baking sheet into the preheated oven.
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the filling is set around the edges and slightly jiggles in the center when gently shaken.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. The filling will continue to set as it cools.
Serve the pie at room temperature or chilled, optionally garnished with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2421 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.7 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.9 g | 230% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 501 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 1283 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 404.5 g | 147% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 318.1 g | ||
| Protein | 39.6 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 516 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1540 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
