Description
Indulgent chocolate pie delights dessert enthusiasts with rich, creamy layers of pure chocolate bliss. Chocolate lovers will savor each silky bite of this classic American dessert that brings comfort and joy to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (9-inch) pre-made or homemade pie crust
- 1.5 cups (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 0.5 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup (120 ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the chocolate pie.
- Carefully position the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish, gently pressing it to fit. Briefly prebake the crust for 5 minutes to enhance its texture and prevent sogginess.
- Create a smooth chocolate base by melting chocolate chips with heavy cream and milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Continuously stir until the mixture becomes completely uniform and glossy.
- In a separate mixing bowl, thoroughly combine sugar and eggs, whisking until the mixture becomes light and well-integrated. Add vanilla extract to enhance the flavor profile.
- Slowly incorporate the molten chocolate mixture into the egg blend, whisking consistently to prevent egg scrambling and ensure a silky, homogeneous filling.
- Transfer the luxurious chocolate filling into the prebaked pie crust, spreading it evenly. Bake for 30-35 minutes, watching for a set consistency with a subtle center jiggle that indicates perfect doneness.
- Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature, which helps the filling stabilize and develop a rich, smooth texture. Optional: Garnish with a delicate layer of whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- Swap regular pie crust with gluten-free graham cracker crust for celiac or gluten-sensitive individuals.
- Enhance chocolate intensity by using high-quality dark chocolate chips with 70% cocoa content for deeper, richer flavor.
- Control filling texture by using room temperature eggs, which blend more smoothly and prevent potential curdling during mixing.
- Prevent overbaking by checking pie at 25 minutes and removing when center has slight wobble, ensuring creamy, silky consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 333
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg