Chocolate Meringue Pie
Indulge in the velvety decadence of a classic Chocolate Meringue Pie, a dessert that beautifully balances rich, silky chocolate custard with an airy, golden meringue topping. This recipe begins with a pre-baked, flaky 9-inch pie crust, filled with a luscious homemade chocolate filling made from a blend of cocoa powder, cornstarch, whole milk, and egg yolks for a perfectly creamy texture. The crowning glory is a light and glossy meringue, whipped to perfection with egg whites and cream of tartar, then toasted to golden peaks in the oven. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a stunning presentation, this dessert makes an ideal centerpiece for gatherings or a delightful treat for chocolate lovers. Serve chilled for the ultimate indulgence, and savor the contrast of textures and flavors in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pre-baked pie crust
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.333 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups whole milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large egg whites
- 0.25 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar (for meringue)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. This should take 5-7 minutes.
Once thickened, remove the mixture from the heat. In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks lightly. Slowly add a few tablespoons of the hot chocolate mixture to the yolks while whisking (this tempers the eggs).
Pour the tempered yolks into the saucepan with the chocolate mixture and return to medium heat. Cook for 2-3 more minutes while stirring.
Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
Pour the chocolate filling into the pre-baked pie crust. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
To make the meringue, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar in a clean, dry bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed. Gradually add the sugar (1 tablespoon at a time) and increase the speed to high. Continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.
Spread the meringue evenly over the chocolate filling, ensuring the meringue reaches the edges of the crust to seal the pie.
Use the back of a spoon to create decorative peaks in the meringue.
Bake the pie for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the pie to set.
Slice and enjoy your indulgent Chocolate Meringue Pie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.3 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.1 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 674 mg | 225% | |
| Sodium | 2055 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 505.6 g | 184% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.4 g | 123% | |
| Total Sugars | 310.3 g | ||
| Protein | 64.1 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.7 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 812 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 2454 mg | 52% | |
*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.
