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Chocolate Cream Pie

This Chocolate Cream Pie is rich and simple, featuring a silky chocolate filling and a pre-made crust, perfect for easy entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 pre-made pie crust 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream For a rich filling
  • 1 cup 1 cup milk Whole milk is preferred for richness
  • 3/4 cup 3/4 cup granulated sugar Adjust for sweetness
  • 1/3 cup 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder For chocolate flavor
  • 1/4 cup 1/4 cup cornstarch For thickening
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large 4 large egg yolks For creaminess
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth of flavor
  • Chocolate shavings or whipped cream for topping For serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
  2. Gradually add in the milk and heavy cream while whisking constantly.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly pour in a little of the hot chocolate mixture to temper the eggs, then add the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan.
  5. Continue to cook for another 2 minutes, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  6. Pour the chocolate filling into the pre-made pie crust and smooth the top.
  7. Let the pie cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then refrigerate until set (at least 2 hours).
  8. Serve chilled, topped with chocolate shavings or whipped cream.

Notes

Whisk well when adding the milk and cream to avoid lumps. Stir constantly while cooking so the filling does not burn or stick.