Mom's Most Requested Chocolate Pie

Indulge in the ultimate comfort dessert with Mom's Most Requested Chocolate Pie, a rich and creamy delight that’s guaranteed to satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings. Featuring a pre-made, flaky pie crust filled with a luscious homemade chocolate custard, this recipe balances silky smooth textures with bold cocoa flavors. A pinch of salt and a touch of vanilla extract elevate the filling, while whipped cream and optional chocolate shavings create an irresistible finishing touch. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this crowd-pleasing classic is easy to make with simple pantry staples and requires just 20 minutes of prep time. Serve it chilled for a decadent treat everyone will keep requesting!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 piece Pre-made pie crust
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.3333 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 4 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 3 cups Whole milk
• 3 pieces Large egg yolks
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Whipped cream
• 2 tablespoons Chocolate shavings or curls (optional, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven according to the pre-made pie crust package instructions. Roll out the crust and place it in a 9-inch pie dish. Bake as directed, then set aside to cool completely.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it begins to thicken and bubble gently (about 8-10 minutes).

Step 4

In a small bowl, lightly beat the egg yolks. Slowly add about 1/3 cup of the hot chocolate mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly to temper the eggs and prevent curdling.

Step 5

Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining chocolate mixture, whisking constantly.

Step 6

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pudding-like consistency is reached. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 7

Pour the hot chocolate filling into the baked and cooled pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula, then let it cool at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.

Step 8

Transfer the pie to the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or until set.

Step 9

Just before serving, top the pie with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or curls, if desired.

Step 10

Slice into 8 pieces and serve chilled. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1410.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3257.2

Total Fat 157.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 66.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 744.2mg	0%
Sodium 1810.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 455.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 34.0g	0%
Total Sugars 246.0g
Protein 62.9g	0%

Vitamin D 400.1IU	0%
Calcium 1112.2mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 2574.7mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 52.2%