Description

This rich and velvety Chocolate Cream Pie is a classic dessert that combines a smooth, homemade chocolate pudding filling with a flaky prepared pie crust. Carefully cooked on the stovetop to achieve the perfect creamy texture, it is then topped with luscious whipped cream and garnished with chopped chocolate for an indulgent finish. Ideal for special occasions or a decadent treat, this pie is simple to prepare and sure to satisfy any chocolate lover’s craving.

Ingredients

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Pie Base

1 prepared pie crust

Chocolate Filling

¾ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup cornstarch
1 pinch salt
2 egg yolks
3 cups whole milk
8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (or dark chocolate)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

2 cups whipped cream (optional)
Additional chopped chocolate (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare the Pudding Mixture: In a medium saucepan, whisk together cornstarch, sugar, and salt until well combined. Gradually add the egg yolks and whole milk, whisking continuously until smooth. Stir in the chopped semi-sweet chocolate to the mixture.
Cook the Pudding: Place the saucepan over medium heat. Cook the mixture, whisking constantly with a spatula, ensuring to scrape the edges of the pan to prevent lumps. Continue stirring until the pudding thickens significantly and large bubbles form and pop, about 8 minutes.
Strain the Pudding: Remove the pan from heat and immediately pour the hot pudding through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl. Use a spatula to press through any thickened bits, resulting in an ultra-smooth texture.
Add Butter and Vanilla: Whisk in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract to the hot pudding until fully incorporated and the mixture becomes fluffy and glossy.
Assemble the Pie: Pour the warm chocolate pudding into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the surface evenly with a spatula. Let the pie cool to room temperature before refrigerating for at least 3 hours or overnight to set.
Add Whipped Cream Topping: Just before serving, spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled pie using a spatula. Garnish with additional chopped chocolate pieces for extra texture and decoration. Keep the pie chilled until ready to serve.

Notes

For a richer pie, use dark chocolate with at least 60-70% cocoa content instead of semi-sweet.
Ensure constant stirring when cooking the pudding to prevent burning or lumps.
Chilling the pie overnight helps the filling set properly and enhances chocolate flavor.
Use freshly whipped cream or high-quality store-bought whipped cream for best taste.
To save time, use a store-bought pie crust, but a homemade crust can be substituted for extra flavor.