Description

Craving something sweet, creamy, and easy to make? This Easy Chocolate Cream Pie is the answer to your dessert dreams. With a luscious chocolate filling, a crisp graham cracker crust, and a cloud of whipped cream, it’s the ultimate treat for any occasion. Whether you need quick breakfast ideas, an easy dinner dessert, or a delicious addition to your list of food ideas, this pie delivers every time. The best part? It’s a no-fuss, easy recipe perfect for chocolate lovers and busy cooks alike.

Ingredients

1 9-inch graham cracker crust (homemade or store-bought)

1 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup cornstarch

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 1/2 cups whole milk

4 large egg yolks

6 ounces semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate, chopped (or chocolate chips)

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream

2 tablespoons powdered sugar

1 ounce chocolate (for shavings, optional)

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

2. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.

3. Place over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly add a little of the hot mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly (to temper).

5. Return the egg mixture to the saucepan and cook for 1-2 minutes more, until thick and glossy.

6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla until smooth.

7. Pour the filling into the prepared crust and smooth the top.

8. Let the pie cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

9. Before serving, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.

10. Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie. Top with chocolate shavings, if desired.

11. Slice, serve, and enjoy!

Notes

For the smoothest filling, whisk constantly while cooking and be sure to temper the egg yolks slowly.

Use high-quality chocolate for the richest flavor—dark, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate all work.

Add whipped cream topping just before serving for the freshest, prettiest pie.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 pie)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 32g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 120mg

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