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Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe

Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pie. A classic dessert that combines a velvety chocolate custard filling with a flaky pie crust and billowy whipped cream topping. Perfect for any chocolate lover!

Ingredients

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Pie Crust:

  • 1 9-inch pie crust (baked and cooled)

Chocolate Filling:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 4 oz semisweet chocolate (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Whipped Cream Topping:

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for whipped cream)

Garnish:

  • Chocolate shavings (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Chocolate Filling: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, salt, and cocoa powder. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 8–10 minutes.
  2. Temper Egg Yolks: Lightly beat egg yolks in a bowl. Slowly add hot mixture to yolks, whisking constantly. Return mixture to saucepan and cook until very thick, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Add Chocolate: Remove from heat and stir in chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla until smooth. Pour into pie crust and chill for at least 4 hours.
  4. Make Whipped Cream: Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar to soft peaks. Spread over chilled pie and garnish with chocolate shavings.

Notes

  • For extra richness, use half-and-half instead of whole milk.
  • You can use a store-bought crust for convenience.
  • Best served chilled and can be made a day ahead.

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