Description
Chocolate lovers rejoice with this simple yet luxurious chocolate pie that whispers pure indulgence. Rich chocolate fills a buttery crust, promising delightful moments of sweet satisfaction you’ll savor down to the last delectable crumb.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pre-made graham cracker crust
- 1 cup (240 ml) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk
Dairy and Sweeteners:
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream, whipped
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) sugar
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Gently melt chocolate chips, milk, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture becomes silky and uniform.
- Remove the pan from heat and incorporate vanilla extract, creating a rich, aromatic chocolate base.
- Allow the chocolate mixture to cool for approximately 5-7 minutes, preventing potential cream separation.
- Delicately fold whipped cream into the chocolate mixture, ensuring a light and fluffy texture without deflating the cream.
- Transfer the velvety chocolate mixture into the prepared graham cracker crust, spreading evenly to create a smooth surface.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing the filling to set and develop a firm, creamy consistency.
- Before serving, optionally garnish with additional whipped cream or delicate chocolate shavings to enhance visual appeal and flavor complexity.
- Slice and serve the pie directly from the refrigerator to maintain its perfect, cool texture.
Notes
- Swap traditional milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free version that’s equally creamy and delicious.
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet, which adds depth and intensity to the pie.
- Prevent a soggy crust by lightly toasting the graham cracker base in the oven for 5 minutes before adding the filling, creating a crisp texture that holds up beautifully.
- Make the pie extra special by sprinkling sea salt flakes on top just before serving, which enhances the chocolate’s complexity and adds a gourmet touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 27 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg