Fudge Bottom Chocolate Layer Pie
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dream with this Fudge Bottom Chocolate Layer Pie, a decadent dessert that combines rich, velvety layers of fudgy chocolate filling with a fluffy whipped cream topping. This no-fuss recipe starts with a buttery premade pie crust, which cradles the luscious, glossy chocolate layer made from melted semi-sweet chocolate chips, creamy butter, and a touch of vanilla for depth of flavor. Topped with homemade whipped cream and optional chocolate shavings for a touch of elegance, this dessert strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and lightness. Perfect for holidays, celebrations, or a bit of everyday decadence, this pie is easy to prepare yet stunning to serve. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, it’s a show-stopping dessert that’s as simple as it is unforgettable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1.25 cups Sugar
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 3 cups Whole milk
- 4 Egg yolks
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 Premade pie crust (9-inch, baked)
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 0.25 cup Chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips and unsalted butter over low heat, stirring continuously, until smooth.
Add the sugar, flour, and 2 cups of the milk to the melted chocolate mixture. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it starts to thicken (about 5 minutes).
In a separate bowl, whisk the remaining 1 cup of milk with the egg yolks until well combined.
Gradually pour the egg mixture into the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent the eggs from scrambling.
Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, whisking, until it becomes thick and glossy (another 5–7 minutes).
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the salt and vanilla extract.
Pour the chocolate mixture into the baked premade pie crust, spreading it evenly. Let it cool slightly, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until fully set.
To prepare the whipped topping, use a chilled mixing bowl and beat the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar on high speed until stiff peaks form, about 2–3 minutes.
Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled pie.
Garnish with chocolate shavings, if desired, and serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 261.6 g | 335% | |
| Saturated Fat | 141.6 g | 708% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1190 mg | 397% | |
| Sodium | 1963 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 532.7 g | 194% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 428.1 g | ||
| Protein | 58.8 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.9 mcg | 49% | |
| Calcium | 1058 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1408 mg | 30% | |
*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.
