Cocoa Cream Pie

Indulge in the rich and velvety decadence of this Cocoa Cream Pie, a dessert lover's dream featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and smooth, silky cocoa custard filling. Perfectly balanced with the bitter-sweetness of unsweetened cocoa powder, this pie is topped with a cloud of freshly whipped cream and optional dark chocolate shavings for a stunning finish. With only 30 minutes of prep and simple ingredients like whole milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract, this pie is an easy yet impressive treat for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a cozy family gathering or celebrating a special event, this classic Cocoa Cream Pie offers indulgence in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Graham cracker crumbs
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.3 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.25 cup Cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 3 cups Whole milk
• 4 large Egg yolks
• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Dark chocolate shavings (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar. Stir in the 6 tablespoons of melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.

Step 3

Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust.

Step 4

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8 minutes. Remove it from the oven and let it cool completely.

Step 5

In a medium saucepan, whisk together 3/4 cup granulated sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Once the cocoa mixture in the saucepan begins to thicken, slowly whisk about 1/2 cup of the hot mixture into the egg yolks to temper them.

Step 8

Pour the tempered yolks back into the saucepan, continuing to stir until the mixture is thick and glossy (about 10 minutes).

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in 3 tablespoons of butter and 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 10

Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly. Cover the surface with plastic wrap (to prevent a skin from forming) and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Step 11

To prepare the whipped topping, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract on high speed until stiff peaks form.

Step 12

Spread the whipped cream over the chilled pie, creating swirls with the back of a spoon if desired.

Step 13

Garnish with dark chocolate shavings, if using.

Step 14

Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. Enjoy your Cocoa Cream Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1657.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4240.5

Total Fat 258.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 145.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.8g
Cholesterol 1344.8mg	0%
Sodium 2075.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 444.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.4g	0%
Total Sugars 288.7g
Protein 62.3g	0%

Vitamin D 395.3IU	0%
Calcium 1206.9mg	0%
Iron 20.7mg	0%
Potassium 2626.5mg	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: 53.4%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 40.9%