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Old Fashioned Chocolate Pie Recipe

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This Old Fashioned Chocolate Pie is a classic, rich dessert featuring a silky chocolate custard filling made from cocoa, flour, and egg yolks, all set in a buttery pie crust. Perfectly chilled, it offers a luscious, nostalgic treat that’s easy to prepare with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 1 frozen or refrigerated pie crust (prepared according to package directions)

Filling

  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pie Crust: Follow the package directions to bake or pre-bake the frozen or refrigerated pie crust as required. Set aside to cool.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and sugar to ensure there are no lumps and the mixture is well combined.
  3. Add Egg Yolks: Incorporate the egg yolks into the dry ingredients, mixing thoroughly to form a smooth paste.
  4. Combine with Milk: Gradually pour the milk into the egg yolk and dry ingredient mixture, stirring constantly to create a smooth batter without lumps.
  5. Cook Filling: Transfer the mixture to a medium saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens into a custard-like consistency. This usually takes about 8-10 minutes.
  6. Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated for added flavor.
  7. Fill Pie Crust: Pour the chocolate custard filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top evenly.
  8. Chill: Refrigerate the pie for at least 1 hour, up to 24 hours, to allow the filling to fully set and flavors to meld.
  9. Storage: Keep any leftover pie refrigerated and consume within three days for optimal freshness.

Notes

  • If you prefer a richer pie, substitute whole milk with half-and-half or a mixture of milk and cream.
  • Ensure to stir continuously while cooking to prevent lumps or scorching on the bottom of the pan.
  • For a decorative touch, top with whipped cream or chocolate shavings before serving.
  • This recipe uses egg yolks only; do not discard the egg whites—use them for another recipe like meringue or egg white omelet.
  • To speed chilling, cover the pie with plastic wrap before refrigerating to prevent it from absorbing any odors.

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