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Easy chocolate pie
Husnain Ali

Easy Chocolate Pie Bliss

Rich, creamy, and decadent, this chocolate pie is perfect for chocolate lovers. Made with simple ingredients, it’s quick to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser. Serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pre-made 9-inch pie crust
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ¾ cups whole milk
  • 3 large egg yolks lightly beaten
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Whipped cream for topping (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake pie crust for 10 minutes; let cool.
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth and cook over medium heat until mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
  4. Remove from heat; slowly whisk in egg yolks, then return to heat for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  5. Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla until smooth.
  6. Pour chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set.
  8. Top with whipped cream before serving, if desired.

Notes

  • For an extra chocolate punch, sprinkle shaved chocolate on top; pie keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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