Description
This Old Fashioned Chocolate Pudding Pie is a creamy and indulgent dessert with a rich chocolate pudding filling, topped with fluffy vanilla whipped cream. The graham cracker crust adds a perfect crunch, making it the ultimate treat for chocolate lovers. A classic dessert to impress at any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or crushed chocolate cookies)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Chocolate Pudding Filling:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 large egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the Vanilla Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Optional Garnish:
- Chocolate shavings or curls
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool completely.
- Make the Chocolate Pudding Filling:
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add the milk while whisking to avoid lumps, then whisk in the egg yolks.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble. This will take about 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the warm pudding into the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.
- Cover the surface of the pudding with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Make the Vanilla Whipped Cream:
- In a cold mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form.
- Assemble the Pie:
- Remove the pie from the refrigerator and discard the plastic wrap.
- Spread or pipe the whipped cream evenly over the chocolate pudding filling.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Sprinkle chocolate shavings or curls on top for a decorative touch.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- For an extra chocolatey flavor, try using chocolate wafer cookies for the crust.
- This pie needs to be chilled for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg