Description
This Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pudding Pie is a classic dessert that combines a rich, creamy homemade chocolate pudding filling with a buttery, flaky pie crust. Topped with whipped cream, this pie is comfort food at its finest, bringing back nostalgic flavors with every bite. It’s the perfect dessert for family gatherings or when you’re craving a sweet, chocolatey indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 1 (9-inch) pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
For the Chocolate Pudding Filling:
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 large egg yolks, beaten
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for thickening)
For the Topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- If using a store-bought crust, follow the package instructions for blind-baking (usually 10-12 minutes). If you’re making a homemade pie crust, roll it out and fit it into a 9-inch pie pan, then bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden. Let the crust cool completely.
- Make the Chocolate Pudding Filling:
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt over medium heat.
- Once the mixture is heated through, gradually whisk in the beaten egg yolks. Continue to cook and whisk constantly until the pudding thickens and starts to boil.
- Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to low and cook for 1-2 minutes more.
- Remove from the heat and whisk in the butter and vanilla extract.
- Transfer the pudding filling into a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, making sure the wrap is directly on the surface of the pudding to avoid a skin forming. Let it cool for 10 minutes.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Once the pudding has cooled slightly, pour it into the cooled pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until the pudding has set completely.
- Prepare the Whipped Cream Topping:
- In a mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Spread the whipped cream evenly over the top of the pie.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve the pie chilled. Enjoy the creamy, chocolatey goodness with the light, fluffy topping!
Notes
- You can top the pie with chocolate shavings or chocolate curls for added decoration.
- For an extra layer of flavor, add a pinch of espresso powder to the pudding mixture to enhance the chocolate flavor.
- This pie can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 85mg