Old Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pie
Experience pure nostalgia with this Old Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pie, a timeless dessert that blends velvety chocolate filling with a flaky pre-baked crust and a cloud of freshly whipped cream. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this recipe features rich cocoa, creamy whole milk, and a touch of butter for a decadent, silky texture that’s hard to resist. A subtle hint of vanilla ties it all together, while optional dark chocolate shavings add an elegant finishing touch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple step-by-step directions, this classic chocolate pie is as approachable as it is indulgent. Serve chilled for a dessert that’s equal parts comforting and crave-worthy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Pie crust (9-inch, pre-baked)
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2.5 cups Whole milk
- 3 large Egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dark chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) if you are baking a homemade pie crust. Bake the crust and allow it to cool completely before filling.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, flour, and cocoa powder. Gradually whisk in the milk to form a smooth mixture.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture starts to bubble and thicken (about 5-7 minutes). Reduce the heat to low.
In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Slowly add a few tablespoons of the hot chocolate mixture to the egg yolks while whisking to temper them.
Gradually pour the tempered egg yolks into the saucepan, whisking constantly. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture is thickened.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until fully melted and incorporated.
Pour the chocolate filling into the prepared pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula. Cover the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until set.
Before serving, whip the heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie.
Garnish with dark chocolate shavings, if desired. Slice and serve cold.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3660 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 213.9 g | 274% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.9 g | 494% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 929 mg | 310% | |
| Sodium | 1244 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 396.9 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.8 g | ||
| Protein | 57.1 g | 114% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 930 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2062 mg | 44% | |
*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.
