Easy Chocolate Pie

8 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. 2Preheat oven to 400°F.
  3. 3Preheat oven to 400°F.
  4. 4Use a homemade or store-bought pie shell. If using store-bought, check the instructions.
  5. 5Use a homemade or store-bought pie shell. If using store-bought, check the instructions.
  6. 6Use a homemade or store-bought pie shell. If using store-bought, check the instructions.
  7. 7Line the pie shell with parchment paper and add pie weights.
  8. 8Line the pie shell with parchment paper and add pie weights.
  9. 9Line the pie shell with parchment paper and add pie weights.
  10. 10Bake for 20 minutes, then remove paper and weights. Bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden and dry.
  11. 11Bake for 20 minutes, then remove paper and weights. Bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden and dry.
  12. 12Bake for 20 minutes, then remove paper and weights. Bake for another 10-15 minutes until golden and dry.
  13. 13In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar and 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder.
  14. 14In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar and 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder.
  15. 15In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar and 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder.
  16. 16Slowly whisk in 1 1/2 cups of milk, reserving 1/2 cup.
  17. 17Slowly whisk in 1 1/2 cups of milk, reserving 1/2 cup.
  18. 18Slowly whisk in 1 1/2 cups of milk, reserving 1/2 cup.
  19. 19Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until it comes to a simmer.
  20. 20Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until it comes to a simmer.
  21. 21Cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until it comes to a simmer.
  22. 22In a bowl, whisk together 4 egg yolks, 3 tablespoons of flour, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  23. 23In a bowl, whisk together 4 egg yolks, 3 tablespoons of flour, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  24. 24In a bowl, whisk together 4 egg yolks, 3 tablespoons of flour, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  25. 25Whisk in the remaining 1/2 cup of milk.
  26. 26Whisk in the remaining 1/2 cup of milk.
  27. 27Whisk in the remaining 1/2 cup of milk.
  28. 28Cube 1/4 cup of unsalted butter.
  29. 29Cube 1/4 cup of unsalted butter.
  30. 30Cube 1/4 cup of unsalted butter.
  31. 31Slowly pour the hot chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking vigorously. Use a narrow whisk to reach the edges of the pot to prevent burning.
  32. 32Slowly pour the hot chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking vigorously. Use a narrow whisk to reach the edges of the pot to prevent burning.
  33. 33Slowly pour the hot chocolate mixture into the egg mixture, whisking vigorously. Use a narrow whisk to reach the edges of the pot to prevent burning.
  34. 34Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and the cubed butter to the chocolate mixture, whisking until melted and combined. If necessary, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve.
  35. 35Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and the cubed butter to the chocolate mixture, whisking until melted and combined. If necessary, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve.
  36. 36Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and the cubed butter to the chocolate mixture, whisking until melted and combined. If necessary, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve.
  37. 37Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  38. 38Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  39. 39Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  40. 40Chill the pie in the refrigerator.
  41. 41Chill the pie in the refrigerator.
  42. 42Chill the pie in the refrigerator.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter
  • 0.25 cups unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 serving whipped cream
  • 1 serving whipped cream
  • 1 serving whipped cream

Equipment

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