Serves 8
Directions
- 1Combine egg yolks and sugar in a saucepan and beat until creamy.
- 2Add cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt to the saucepan.
- 3Slowly pour in the milk while whisking until smooth.
- 4Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until it reaches a simmer and thickens.
- 5Stir in butter and vanilla until combined.
- 6Pour the mixture into the pie crust.
- 7Let the pie cool on the counter, then refrigerate for a couple of hours until set.
- 8Top with whipped cream and shaved chocolate before serving.
Ingredients
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 cup milk
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 whole pie crust
- whipped cream (optional)
- shaved chocolate (optional)
Equipment
saucepanwhiskhand mixerwooden spoonmeasuring cup
Tips
- You can make the pie a day ahead of time (on Friday or Saturday for a Sunday dinner).
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