Chocolate Cream Pie Easy Recipe

Chocolate Cream Pie is a decadent dessert that combines a buttery, flaky crust with a luscious, silky chocolate filling and a fluffy whipped cream topping.

This easy recipe requires simple ingredients and minimal effort, making it perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat any time. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or new to the kitchen, you’ll love how effortlessly this pie comes together.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• 9-inch pie pan
• Mixing bowls
• Saucepan
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Hand or stand mixer
• Plastic wrap

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 1 pre-made pie crust (or homemade crust, if preferred)

For the Chocolate Filling:

• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (30g) cornstarch
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3 cups (720ml) whole milk
• 4 large egg yolks
• 6 oz (170g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Whipped Cream Topping:

• 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

Directions

1. Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the pre-made crust according to package instructions or your recipe. Let it cool completely.
2. Make the Chocolate Filling: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
3. Temper the Eggs: In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly add 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly. Pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly.
4. Add Chocolate and Flavoring: Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
5. Cool the Filling: Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust. Cover the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
6. Prepare the Whipped Cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
7. Assemble the Pie: Spread the whipped cream over the chilled chocolate filling. Garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder, if desired.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Chill Time

4 hours

Total Time

4 hours 35 minutes

Nutrition (Per Serving, Approx.)

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 6g
• Fat: 22g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sodium: 180mg

Expert Tips

• Use Quality Chocolate: High-quality chocolate makes a significant difference in flavor. Opt for semi-sweet or dark chocolate for the best results.
• Prevent Lumps: Whisk constantly while cooking the filling to ensure a smooth texture.
• Chill Thoroughly: Allow the pie to chill completely before adding the whipped cream topping to ensure clean slices.

FAQs

Can I make this pie ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the pie up to 2 days in advance. Add the whipped cream topping just before serving.

Can I use a graham cracker crust instead?
Absolutely! A graham cracker crust adds a deliciously sweet, crumbly texture to the pie.

Can I substitute the milk?
Whole milk is recommended for the creamiest filling, but you can use 2% milk if needed. Avoid using non-dairy alternatives, as they may affect the texture.

Storing & Reheating

• Storing: Cover the pie with plastic wrap and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Reheating: This pie is best served cold, so reheating isn’t necessary.

Substitutions & Variations

• Crust Options: Try an Oreo cookie crust for a richer chocolate flavor.
• Topping Twist: Top with marshmallow fluff instead of whipped cream for a s’mores-inspired pie.
• Flavor Additions: Add a teaspoon of instant coffee powder to the filling for a mocha twist.

Chocolate Cream Pie Easy Recipe

Chocolate Cream Pie is a decadent dessert that combines a buttery, flaky crust with a luscious, silky chocolate filling and a fluffy whipped cream topping. This easy recipe requires simple ingredients and minimal effort, making it perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat any time.

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Equipment

• - 9-inch pie pan
• Mixing bowls
• - Saucepan
• Whisk
• Spatula
• - Hand or stand mixer
• - Plastic wrap

Ingredients

  

• #### For the Crust:
• - 1 pre-made pie crust or homemade crust, if preferred
• #### For the Chocolate Filling:
• - 1 cup 200g granulated sugar
• - 1/4 cup 30g cornstarch
• - 1/4 tsp salt
• - 3 cups 720ml whole milk
• - 4 large egg yolks
• - 6 oz 170g semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• - 1 tsp vanilla extract
• #### For the Whipped Cream Topping:
• - 1 cup 240ml heavy whipping cream
• - 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• - 1 tsp vanilla extract
• - Optional: Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

 

• **Prepare the Crust:** Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the pre-made crust according to package instructions or your recipe. Let it cool completely.
• **Make the Chocolate Filling:** In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add milk, whisking until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
• **Temper the Eggs:** In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Slowly add 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture to the yolks, whisking constantly. Pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly.
• **Add Chocolate and Flavoring:** Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
• **Cool the Filling:** Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust. Cover the surface with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
• **Prepare the Whipped Cream:** In a chilled mixing bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
• **Assemble the Pie:** Spread the whipped cream over the chilled chocolate filling. Garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder, if desired.