Indulge in pure dessert decadence with this Ultimate Chocolate Cream Pie, a luscious treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust baked to golden perfection, the pie is filled with a velvety, semisweet chocolate custard made from scratch. A layer of freshly whipped cream, lightly sweetened with powdered sugar, crowns the pie, creating the perfect blend of rich and airy textures. For an elegant touch, garnish with chocolate shavings or curls to make it truly irresistible. With just 30 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, this no-fuss recipe is perfect for both special occasions and satisfying your midweek chocolate cravings. Serve chilled for the ultimate indulgence that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until evenly combined.
Press the graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust.
Bake the crust for 8–10 minutes or until lightly golden. Let it cool to room temperature.
In a medium-sized saucepan, whisk the egg yolks, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and cornstarch together until smooth.
Gradually pour in the milk while whisking constantly.
Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble. This should take about 6–8 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and whisk in the chopped chocolate, 2 tablespoons of butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled crust. Smooth the top with a spatula and cover with plastic wrap, pressing it directly against the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or until the filling is fully set.
In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar together until soft peaks form.
Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the chilled pie.
Garnish with chocolate shavings or curls if desired.
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy your Ultimate Chocolate Cream Pie!
Serving size | 1697.2 grams (1697.2g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 4712 |
Total Fat 272.90g | 350% |
Saturated Fat 151.10g | 756% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g | |
Cholesterol 1418mg | 473% |
Sodium 1507mg | 66% |
Total Carbohydrate 503.80g | 183% |
Dietary Fiber 19.00g | 68% |
Total Sugars 361.70g | |
Protein 57.50g | 115% |
Vitamin D 360IU | 1799% |
Calcium 1107mg | 85% |
Iron 14mg | 79% |
Potassium 1931mg | 41% |
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