Grandma’s Chocolate Pie

Chocolate pie has been a beloved dessert in American households for generations, and Grandma’s recipe is a cherished family tradition.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 170 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Grandma’s Chocolate Pie

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 2 hrs 50 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Pie crust
• 1 cup Sugar
• 0.5 cup Cocoa powder
• 3 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2.5 cup Milk
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 2 tablespoon Chocolate shavings

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
4. Remove from heat. In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks. Gradually whisk in about 1 cup of the hot mixture.
5. Return the egg mixture to the saucepan and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
6. Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
7. Pour the filling into the pie crust and smooth the top.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set.
9. Allow the pie to cool for 2 hours at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
10. Serve with whipped cream and chocolate shavings on top.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.