Chocolate Cream Pie

Recipe View 5 mins Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar and egg yolks until light and creamy. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until evenly combined. This prevents lumps in the custard. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gradually whisk the dry ingredients into the egg yolk mixture, ensuring there are no lumps. Slowly incorporate the milk, whisking constantly until fully combined. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Pour the chocolate mixture into a medium-sized saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk or heatproof spatula, until the mixture begins to simmer and thicken. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes more, until the custard is thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. (10-15 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated and the custard is smooth and glossy. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Pour the warm chocolate custard into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly. (1 minute)

Recipe View 4 hrs Cover the pie with plastic wrap, pressing it gently onto the surface of the custard to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the custard to set completely. (4+ hours)

Recipe View 5 mins Once the pie is fully chilled and set, garnish with thawed whipped topping or freshly whipped cream. Serve chilled and enjoy! (5 minutes)