Chocolate Meringue Pie

Indulge in the velvety decadence of a classic Chocolate Meringue Pie, a dessert that beautifully balances rich, silky chocolate custard with an airy, golden meringue topping. This recipe begins with a pre-baked, flaky 9-inch pie crust, filled with a luscious homemade chocolate filling made from a blend of cocoa powder, cornstarch, whole milk, and egg yolks for a perfectly creamy texture. The crowning glory is a light and glossy meringue, whipped to perfection with egg whites and cream of tartar, then toasted to golden peaks in the oven. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a stunning presentation, this dessert makes an ideal centerpiece for gatherings or a delightful treat for chocolate lovers. Serve chilled for the ultimate indulgence, and savor the contrast of textures and flavors in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch pre-baked pie crust
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.333 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.25 cup cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups whole milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 large egg whites
• 0.25 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 6 tablespoons granulated sugar (for meringue)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. This should take 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Once thickened, remove the mixture from the heat. In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks lightly. Slowly add a few tablespoons of the hot chocolate mixture to the yolks while whisking (this tempers the eggs).

Step 5

Pour the tempered yolks into the saucepan with the chocolate mixture and return to medium heat. Cook for 2-3 more minutes while stirring.

Step 6

Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.

Step 7

Pour the chocolate filling into the pre-baked pie crust. Smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 8

To make the meringue, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar in a clean, dry bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed. Gradually add the sugar (1 tablespoon at a time) and increase the speed to high. Continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form.

Step 9

Spread the meringue evenly over the chocolate filling, ensuring the meringue reaches the edges of the crust to seal the pie.

Step 10

Use the back of a spoon to create decorative peaks in the meringue.

Step 11

Bake the pie for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the pie to set.

Step 13

Slice and enjoy your indulgent Chocolate Meringue Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1281.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3232.6

Total Fat 132.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 674.1mg	0%
Sodium 2055.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 505.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.4g	0%
Total Sugars 310.3g
Protein 64.1g	0%

Vitamin D 269.6IU	0%
Calcium 812.1mg	0%
Iron 19.3mg	0%
Potassium 2454.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.3%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 58.3%