Description

No-Bake German Chocolate Pie is a rich and creamy dessert combining chocolate, sweetened shredded coconut, and crunchy pecans in a smooth, no-bake filling that sets in a ready-made graham cracker crust. Perfect for warm days or busy schedules, it offers all the classic flavors of German chocolate cake in a quick, oven-free pie with an elegant presentation and delightful texture harmony.

Ingredients

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Filling

1 package instant chocolate pudding mix (about 3.9 oz)
2 cups evaporated milk
1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup whipped topping (e.g., Cool Whip)

Crust

1 ready-made graham cracker crust (9-inch)
Optional: 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing crust)

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Instructions

Prepare the crust: Place the ready-made graham cracker crust on a serving plate. Optionally, brush the crust lightly with melted butter and chill it while preparing the filling to help firm up the base.
Mix the pudding: In a mixing bowl, combine the instant chocolate pudding mix with evaporated milk. Whisk continuously for about two minutes until the mixture thickens slightly but remains pourable.
Fold in the coconut and pecans: Gently stir in the sweetened shredded coconut and chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the pudding mixture, adding the pie’s iconic texture and flavor.
Incorporate the whipped topping: Carefully fold in the whipped topping to lighten the filling’s texture, ensuring it becomes creamy and fluffy without losing the rich chocolate taste.
Assemble and chill: Pour the filling into the prepared graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set for best texture and easy slicing.

Notes

Chill the ingredients (milk and whipped topping) before mixing to keep the filling light and easy to fold.
Gently fold ingredients to maintain the airy, creamy texture; avoid overmixing.
For extra crunch, toast some pecans and sprinkle them over the crust before adding the filling.
Allow enough chilling time (minimum 4 hours) for the filling to set properly for clean slices.
Use a quality chocolate pudding mix for a richer, more decadent pie.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 28g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 15mg