Description
Creamy chocolate pudding pie delights dessert enthusiasts with its rich, silky filling nestled in a flaky crust. Nostalgic flavors and smooth chocolate goodness will transport you to cherished memories of homemade comfort and sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (total for pie)
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons (85 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Supplementary Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Optional Garnish:
- Chocolate shavings or curls
Instructions
- Craft a graham cracker foundation by blending crumbs with sugar and melted butter, creating a sandy texture that adheres smoothly to a 9-inch pie dish. Bake at 350F for 10 minutes, allowing the crust to set and develop a golden hue.
- Construct the chocolate pudding base by whisking cocoa powder, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saucepan. Slowly incorporate milk and egg yolks, stirring continuously over medium heat until the mixture transforms into a thick, glossy consistency, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Remove pudding from heat, incorporating butter and vanilla extract to create a silky smooth texture. Transfer the warm mixture into the cooled crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Shield the pudding’s surface with plastic wrap to prevent skin formation, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours until completely set and chilled.
- Prepare a light vanilla whipped cream by beating heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft, billowy peaks emerge.
- Unveil the chilled pie and generously crown the chocolate pudding with the whipped cream, either spreading smoothly or piping decoratively.
- Enhance the dessert’s visual appeal by sprinkling chocolate shavings or delicate curls across the cream’s surface, creating an elegant finishing touch.
Notes
- Graham cracker crust can be swapped with gluten-free cookie crumbs for celiac-friendly version.
- Whisk pudding mixture continuously to prevent burning and ensure smooth, lump-free texture.
- Use high-quality cocoa powder for intense, rich chocolate flavor that elevates the entire dessert.
- Chill pie for minimum 4 hours to allow pudding to set completely and develop deeper taste profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 311 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg