Grandma Thelma's Chocolate Meringue Pie

Indulge in the timeless charm of *Grandma Thelma's Chocolate Meringue Pie*, a dessert that blends rich, velvety chocolate filling with a fluffy, golden-brown meringue topping. Featuring a buttery, pre-baked 9-inch crust as its base, this pie is filled with a luscious mixture of milk, cocoa powder, and tempered egg yolks, creating a silky-smooth, deeply chocolatey custard. Crowned with a light, glossy meringue made from whipped egg whites and cream of tartar, this classic treat is baked to perfection, boasting beautiful swirls and peaks. Perfect for gatherings or as a nostalgic indulgence, this pie needs only a few simple pantry staples and about an hour to prepare, plus time to cool. For best results, serve chilled for a slice of homemade comfort that will transport you straight to Grandma’s kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch pre-baked crust Pie crust
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Cornstarch
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 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). Place the pre-baked 9-inch pie crust on a wire rack to cool if freshly baked.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 cup granulated sugar, 0.25 cup cornstarch, 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 0.25 teaspoon salt.

Step 3

Gradually whisk in the 2 cups of milk. Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble (about 5-7 minutes).

Step 4

In a small bowl, lightly beat the 3 egg yolks. Slowly whisk about 0.5 cup of the hot mixture into the yolks to temper them. Then, pour the egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan.

Step 5

Continue cooking for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the mixture becomes thick and glossy.

Step 6

Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pour the chocolate filling into the pre-baked pie crust and smooth the surface with a spatula.

Step 7

To make the meringue, place 3 egg whites and 0.25 teaspoon cream of tartar into a clean, grease-free mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until soft peaks form.

Step 8

Gradually add the 6 tablespoons of sugar, one at a time, beating on high speed until stiff, glossy peaks form.

Step 9

Spoon the meringue over the chocolate filling, spreading it evenly to seal the edges of the crust. Swirl with the back of a spoon to create decorative peaks.

Step 10

Bake the pie at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes, or until the meringue is golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and cool the pie on a wire rack for 1 hour. Then, refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving to allow the filling to set.

Step 12

Slice, serve, and enjoy Grandma Thelma's Chocolate Meringue Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1143.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2523.7

Total Fat 92.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 696.9mg	0%
Sodium 1570.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 408.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 306.2g
Protein 51.2g	0%

Vitamin D 269.6IU	0%
Calcium 755.0mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 1994.4mg	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: 31.2%

Protein: 7.7%

Carbs: 61.1%