Chocolate Cream Pie
The first recorded recipe for chocolate cream pie was published in a cookbook in 1877.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 165 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Chocolate Cream Pie
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
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In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crust and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
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In a saucepan, melt the semi-sweet chocolate over low heat.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, and salt.
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Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
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In a medium saucepan, heat the milk mixture over medium heat until thickened.
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In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Gradually whisk in 1 cup of the hot milk mixture.
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Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
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Remove from heat and stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla extract.
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Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set.
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Before serving, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
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Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
- Sugars 35g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
