Description
Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pie is a nostalgic dessert that delights with its rich, velvety chocolate filling nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. Topped with fluffy whipped cream, this classic pie is perfect for any occasion—be it a holiday celebration or a simple weeknight treat. Indulge in the comforting flavors and creamy texture of this beloved dessert that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-baked pie crust
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 3/4 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the pie crust until golden brown according to package instructions.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, and milk until smooth and heated (do not boil).
- In a bowl, beat egg yolks with a small amount of the chocolate mixture. Gradually whisk this back into the saucepan.
- Stir constantly over medium heat until the mixture thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 5-7 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Pour into the cooled pie crust.
- Cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and spread over the chilled pie before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 145mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 120mg