Description
Delightful chocolate pie combines rich cocoa with creamy filling in a classic dessert. Chocolate lovers will savor each velvety slice, enjoying a simple yet indulgent treat that satisfies sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pre-made pie crust (9-inch)
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Garnish (Optional):
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) and prepare the pie crust by gently piercing the bottom with a fork. Bake the crust for 10 minutes until lightly golden, then remove and let cool.
- Combine heavy cream and milk in a saucepan, heating over medium temperature until tiny bubbles form around the edges.
- Immediately remove the cream mixture from heat and incorporate chocolate chips, salt, and vanilla extract. Whisk continuously until the chocolate completely dissolves and the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform consistency.
- Carefully transfer the molten chocolate filling into the pre-baked pie shell, ensuring an even distribution.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours, allowing the filling to solidify and develop a rich, creamy texture.
- When ready to serve, garnish with a generous dollop of whipped cream or delicate chocolate shavings for an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Choose high-quality chocolate chips for richer, more intense flavor that elevates the entire dessert.
- Avoid overheating chocolate mixture to prevent separation and grainy texture, stirring gently until smooth and glossy.
- For a gluten-free version, use almond flour or gluten-free pie crust as a delicious alternative to traditional pastry.
- Consider adding a pinch of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate’s depth without creating a coffee flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 366
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg