Chocolate Meringue Pie the Best Ever

Indulge in pure decadence with "Chocolate Meringue Pie the Best Ever," a dreamy dessert that combines a rich, velvety chocolate filling with a pillowy, golden-brown meringue topping. This recipe starts with a flaky prebaked pie crust, filled with a luscious chocolate custard made from cocoa, milk, and egg yolks for a silky texture and deep chocolate flavor. Crowned with a glossy meringue, whipped to stiff peaks with a touch of vanilla and cream of tartar, this pie is baked to perfection for a lightly crisp and caramelized finish. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this irresistible dessert is a showstopper that delivers on taste and texture. Prepare to fall in love with every bite of this ultimate chocolate meringue pie!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch crust Prebaked pie crust
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.33 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.25 cup Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 3 cups Whole milk
• 4 large (separated from whites) Egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract (for filling)
• 4 large Egg whites
• 0.25 teaspoon Cream of tartar
• 0.33 cup Granulated sugar (for meringue)
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for meringue)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the prebaked pie crust on a wire rack to cool if it is freshly baked.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1/3 cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 cup of cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.

Step 3

Gradually whisk in the 3 cups of milk until the mixture becomes smooth. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture begins to boil and thickens (about 7-9 minutes).

Step 4

Remove the mixture from the heat. In a small bowl, whisk the 4 egg yolks. Slowly add a small amount (about 1/2 cup) of the hot chocolate mixture into the egg yolks while whisking to temper them.

Step 5

Pour the tempered egg yolks back into the saucepan and return to medium heat. Cook for 2 more minutes, whisking constantly. Remove from heat and stir in the 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 6

Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 7

In a clean bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the 4 egg whites on medium speed until foamy. Add the 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar and continue beating on high speed.

Step 8

Gradually add the 1/3 cup of granulated sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while beating. Continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form, and then gently fold in the 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

Step 9

Spread the meringue evenly over the chocolate filling, ensuring it touches the edges of the pie crust to seal completely. Use the back of a spoon to create swirls or peaks in the meringue.

Step 10

Bake the pie in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Step 12

Slice, serve, and enjoy your homemade Chocolate Meringue Pie, the best ever!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1546.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3285.0

Total Fat 132.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 53.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 887.8mg	0%
Sodium 2473.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 498.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.6g	0%
Total Sugars 323.7g
Protein 76.0g	0%

Vitamin D 395.3IU	0%
Calcium 1124.6mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 2829.5mg	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: 34.1%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 57.2%