Description
Sweet memories of grandma’s chocolate pie whisper comfort and nostalgia in every silky slice. Rich chocolate filling nestled in a flaky crust promises pure indulgence for chocolate enthusiasts seeking a classic dessert that connects generations.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups (360 ml) whole milk
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
- 2 egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 4 tablespoons (1 ½ squares) cocoa powder or baking chocolate
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
Thickening and Seasoning:
- 5 tablespoons (40 g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (14 g) unsalted butter
Meringue Topping:
- 2 egg whites
- 4 tablespoons (50 g) granulated sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Create the decadent chocolate base by whisking cocoa powder, sugar, flour, and salt in a saucepan, ensuring no dry ingredient clusters remain.
- Slowly incorporate milk while stirring, maintaining a smooth consistency and preventing lumpy formations during the cooking process.
- Heat the mixture over medium temperature, continuously stirring until the blend thickens and reaches a gentle boil, maintaining the stirring motion for an additional two minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and introduce beaten egg yolks, integrating them thoroughly into the chocolate mixture.
- Return the saucepan to low heat, stirring consistently for two more minutes to develop rich flavor and smooth texture.
- Eliminate the saucepan from heat source and fold in vanilla extract and butter, creating a glossy, velvety chocolate filling.
- Transfer the luxurious chocolate mixture into an unbaked pie crust, spreading evenly to ensure complete coverage.
- Prepare the meringue by whipping egg whites with kosher salt until soft, cloud-like peaks emerge.
- Gradually incorporate sugar while continuing to beat, transforming the mixture into stiff, glossy peaks that hold their shape.
- Delicately spread the meringue across the chocolate filling, making certain it connects with the crust’s entire perimeter to prevent shrinkage during baking.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350F, watching carefully until the meringue develops a golden-brown, lightly toasted appearance.
- Allow the pie to cool completely at room temperature before slicing to maintain structural integrity and optimal flavor profile.
Notes
- Prevent lumpy filling by whisking dry ingredients thoroughly before adding milk and stirring constantly during cooking.
- Use room temperature ingredients like eggs and milk to ensure smooth, even mixing and consistent texture throughout the pie.
- Achieve perfect meringue by ensuring the bowl and beaters are completely clean and free from any oil or residue, which can prevent egg whites from forming stiff peaks.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg