Description
Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pie is a timeless dessert with rich, silky cocoa filling nestled in a flaky, buttery crust. Made from simple pantry ingredients, this Southern favorite brings back memories of grandma’s kitchen and is perfect for any special occasion or everyday treat.
Ingredients
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1 pre-baked pie crust
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1/4 cup butter
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1 cup sugar
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3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
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3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 egg yolks
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1 1/2 cups milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
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In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa powder, and flour. Mix well.
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Stir in egg yolks and milk until smooth.
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Place over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency (about 7–10 minutes).
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Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
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Pour the chocolate filling into the pre-baked pie crust.
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Allow to cool slightly, then refrigerate until set (at least 2–3 hours).
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Optional: top with whipped cream or meringue before serving.
Notes
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For a richer flavor, use whole milk and high-quality cocoa powder.
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To avoid lumps, stir constantly while cooking the filling.
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You can make a meringue topping using the reserved egg whites if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
