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Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pie: A Sweet Nostalgic Treat Recipe

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  • Author: Charlotte
  • Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

Indulge in a classic dessert with this Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pie recipe. Rich, creamy, and velvety, this nostalgic treat combines a smooth chocolate custard filling with a flaky pre-baked pie crust. Perfect for any occasion, it’s simple to make on the stovetop and guaranteed to satisfy your chocolate cravings with its deep cocoa flavor.

Ingredients

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Chocolate Filling

  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups whole milk
  • 4 large egg yolks, beaten
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Pie Crust

  • 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust

Instructions

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, unsweetened cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until thoroughly combined. This mixture forms the base of your chocolate filling.
  2. Add Milk: Gradually pour in the whole milk to the dry ingredients while whisking continuously. This helps prevent lumps and ensures a smooth custard.
  3. Cook and Thicken: Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly, until it thickens and starts to bubble. This takes about 10-15 minutes and indicates the custard is nearly ready.
  4. Temper Egg Yolks: Remove the saucepan from heat. Slowly add a small amount of the hot chocolate mixture into the beaten egg yolks while whisking. This step tempers the yolks to prevent scrambling.
  5. Combine Egg Mixture: Gradually whisk the tempered egg yolks back into the saucepan with the remaining chocolate filling.
  6. Cook Again Gently: Return the saucepan to low heat and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, to thicken further and fully cook the yolks.
  7. Add Butter and Vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in the unsalted butter and vanilla extract until everything is melted and thoroughly incorporated for that rich flavor and silky texture.
  8. Fill Pie Crust: Pour the warm chocolate filling into the pre-baked 9-inch pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula for an even finish.
  9. Chill the Pie: Let the pie cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes to set slightly, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to firm up completely before serving.

Notes

  • Use a whisk continuously while cooking to prevent the custard from scorching on the bottom.
  • Tempering the egg yolks is crucial to avoid lumps or scrambled eggs in your pie filling.
  • The pre-baked pie crust ensures the crust stays crisp and doesn’t get soggy from the filling.
  • You can garnish with whipped cream or chocolate shavings for an extra touch.
  • This pie is best served well chilled and eaten within 2 days for optimal freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: chocolate pie, old-fashioned pie, chocolate custard pie, classic dessert, stovetop chocolate pie, nostalgic dessert

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