Description
Mocha cream pie blends rich coffee and chocolate flavors in a delightful dessert. Silky layers of espresso-infused filling and chocolate ganache create a sophisticated treat for passionate bakers who crave indulgent experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch/23-cm pie crust (graham cracker, oreo, or traditional pastry)
- 3 large egg yolks
- 3 oz (85 g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml/12 fl oz) whole milk
- ½ cup (120 ml/4 fl oz) brewed strong coffee (cooled)
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 2 tbsps powdered sugar
- 2 tbsps unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 3 tbsps cornstarch
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup (240 ml/8 fl oz) heavy cream, cold
- chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare Pie Shell: Create a perfectly pre-baked pie crust and allow it to cool completely.
- Create Mocha Base: Combine sugar, cornstarch, cocoa powder, and salt in a saucepan. Gradually whisk in milk and coffee until achieving a velvety consistency.
- Cook Filling: Simmer the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened and bubbling, about 5-7 minutes. Carefully temper egg yolks by slowly incorporating hot liquid while whisking vigorously.
- Finalize Filling: Return tempered yolks to the saucepan, cooking for two additional minutes. Remove from heat and incorporate chocolate, butter, and vanilla, creating a glossy, smooth mixture.
- Set Pie: Pour mocha filling into the prepared pie shell, smoothing the surface meticulously. Cover with plastic wrap directly on the filling’s surface and refrigerate for at least four hours until completely set.
- Garnish and Serve: Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until forming stiff peaks. Generously top the chilled pie with whipped cream, decorating with chocolate shavings or a light cocoa powder dusting. Slice and serve thoroughly chilled for optimal taste and texture.
Notes
- Temper Eggs Carefully: Slowly introduce hot liquid to egg yolks while whisking vigorously to prevent scrambling and ensure a smooth, creamy texture.
- Control Cooking Temperature: Maintain medium heat and stir constantly to prevent scorching or uneven thickening of the mocha filling.
- Prevent Filling Skin: Cover the surface directly with plastic wrap when chilling to avoid forming an unappealing skin on the pudding-like filling.
- Whip Cream to Perfection: Use cold heavy cream and chill the mixing bowl beforehand to achieve maximum volume and stable whipped cream peaks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 21 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg