Forget Your Diet Luscious Chocolate Cream Pie
Indulge in pure decadence with the 'Forget Your Diet Luscious Chocolate Cream Pie,' the ultimate dessert for chocolate lovers. This show-stopping treat features a buttery graham cracker crust baked to golden perfection, cradling a rich, velvety chocolate custard filling made with semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and silky egg yolks. Topped with a cloud of fresh whipped cream and a sprinkle of dark chocolate shavings, every bite is a heavenly combination of creamy, crunchy, and indulgent textures. Perfect for special occasions or whenever you need a sweet escape, this pie is surprisingly simple to make, requiring just 30 minutes of prep. Whether served chilled or straight from the fridge, it’s guaranteed to impress family and friends alike. Keywords: chocolate cream pie, luscious dessert, chocolate custard pie, whipped cream topping, easy chocolate dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 8 ounces Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 large Egg yolks
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup Dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until the texture resembles wet sand.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Use the back of a measuring cup to press it down firmly.
Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, 1/2 cup sugar, cocoa powder, and cornstarch. Whisk until smooth and no lumps remain.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir constantly until the mixture starts to thicken and comes to a gentle boil, about 5-7 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly to temper them.
Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan and cook for 2-3 more minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thick and glossy.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until fully melted and smooth. Add the vanilla extract and combine.
Pour the chocolate filling into the cool crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Let it rest at room temperature for 15 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Before serving, beat the heavy cream and powdered sugar in a mixing bowl until stiff peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled chocolate filling.
Optional: Garnish with dark chocolate shavings for an extra touch of decadence.
Slice, serve, and savor every luscious bite of this dreamy chocolate cream pie.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 355.0 g | 455% | |
| Saturated Fat | 207.0 g | 1035% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1249 mg | 416% | |
| Sodium | 1376 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 524.8 g | 191% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.6 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 354.3 g | ||
| Protein | 52.9 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 557 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 1208 mg | 26% | |
*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.
