Homemade Chocolate

Here’s a delicious recipe for Homemade Chocolate Pie! This rich and creamy pie features a chocolate filling in a flaky crust, topped with whipped cream for a delightful dessert.

Homemade Chocolate Pie Recipe

Ingredients

For the Pie Crust:

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
• 3-4 tablespoons ice water

For the Chocolate Filling:

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 3/4 cups whole milk
• 4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped (optional, for extra richness)

For the Whipped Cream Topping:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Make the Pie Crust:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the chilled butter pieces and mix with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
   • Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. You may not need all the water.
   • Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

3. Roll Out the Dough:

   • On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to fit a 9-inch pie pan. Transfer the dough to the pie pan and trim any excess. Prick the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling.

4. Blind Bake the Crust:

   • Line the crust with parchment paper and fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the weights and parchment. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.

5. Make the Chocolate Filling:

   • In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
   • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
   • Once thickened, remove from heat. Gradually whisk a small amount of the hot mixture into the beaten egg yolks to temper them, then whisk the egg yolks back into the saucepan.
   • Return to heat and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and chopped chocolate (if using) until smooth.

6. Assemble the Pie:

   • Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.

7. Make the Whipped Cream Topping:

   • In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

8. Serve:

   • Once the pie is set, remove it from the refrigerator and top with whipped cream. Slice and serve chilled.

Tips:

• Storage: Store any leftover pie in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Variations: You can add a layer of chocolate ganache on top of the filling for an extra chocolatey treat.
• Garnish: Consider garnishing with chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, or fresh berries for added decoration.

Enjoy your Homemade Chocolate Pie! It’s a rich and indulgent dessert that’s sure to please chocolate lovers!