Chocolate Meringue Pie the Best Ever
Indulge in pure decadence with "Chocolate Meringue Pie the Best Ever," a dreamy dessert that combines a rich, velvety chocolate filling with a pillowy, golden-brown meringue topping. This recipe starts with a flaky prebaked pie crust, filled with a luscious chocolate custard made from cocoa, milk, and egg yolks for a silky texture and deep chocolate flavor. Crowned with a glossy meringue, whipped to stiff peaks with a touch of vanilla and cream of tartar, this pie is baked to perfection for a lightly crisp and caramelized finish. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this irresistible dessert is a showstopper that delivers on taste and texture. Prepare to fall in love with every bite of this ultimate chocolate meringue pie!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch crust Prebaked pie crust
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.33 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 4 large (separated from whites) Egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for filling)
- 4 large Egg whites
- 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar
- 0.33 cup Granulated sugar (for meringue)
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for meringue)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the prebaked pie crust on a wire rack to cool if it is freshly baked.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1/3 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup of cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
Gradually whisk in the 3 cups of milk until the mixture becomes smooth. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture begins to boil and thickens (about 7-9 minutes).
Remove the mixture from the heat. In a small bowl, whisk the 4 egg yolks. Slowly add a small amount (about 1/2 cup) of the hot chocolate mixture into the egg yolks while whisking to temper them.
Pour the tempered egg yolks back into the saucepan and return to medium heat. Cook for 2 more minutes, whisking constantly. Remove from heat and stir in the 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.
In a clean bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the 4 egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Add the 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar and continue beating on high speed.
Gradually add the 1/3 cup of granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while beating. Continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form, and then gently fold in the 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Spread the meringue evenly over the chocolate filling, ensuring it touches the edges of the pie crust to seal completely. Use the back of a spoon to create swirls or peaks in the meringue.
Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.
Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Slice, serve, and enjoy your homemade Chocolate Meringue Pie, the best ever!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3285 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 132.1 g | 169% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.9 g | 270% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 888 mg | 296% | |
| Sodium | 2473 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 498.8 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.6 g | 116% | |
| Total Sugars | 323.7 g | ||
| Protein | 76.0 g | 152% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.9 mcg | 49% | |
| Calcium | 1125 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 2830 mg | 60% | |
*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.
