Description
Transport yourself to a realm of timeless indulgence, with our Old Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pie. This treasured dessert, eliciting remembrances of days lures you to relish the combination of smooth cocoa and a light prebaked crust. A lovely blend of flavors and sentimental longing this pie captures the essence of comfort and culinary roots.
Ingredients
1 prebaked pie shell (8 or 9 inch)
½ cup cornstarch
½ cup cocoa powder
3 egg yolks
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a saucepan set over medium-high heat whisk together ½ cup of cornstarch, ½ cup of cocoa powder, 1 ½ cups of granulated sugar and a pinch of salt.
Combine the 3 egg yolks, with the mixture and whisk until it becomes smooth and well blended.
While continuously stirring gradually pour in 2 cups of milk. Keep the heat gentle as you blend all the ingredients together.
As the mixture starts to thicken up add in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance its flavors.
Stir patiently and consistently for about 10 to 15 minutes until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency.
Once it’s thick enough to coat the back of a spoon remove it from heat.
Pour this velvety mixture into a pie shell measuring either 8 or 9 inches. Make sure to distribute it for deliciousness.
Refrigerate your pie for several hours so that it can set and chill perfectly.
To add a touch of delightfulness top your creation, with whipped cream or meringue before serving.
Savor every bite of your Old Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pie while enjoying how its flavors perfectly capture the essence of traditions.
Notes
To make a gluten-free version of this classic Chocolate Cream Pie be sure to choose a prebaked pie crust that is unquestionably labeled as gluten-free. Also make sure the cornstarch you use is approved gluten-free. With these change you can make a gluten-free delight. That will please everyone’s taste buds without sacrificing flavor or texture.
- Prep Time: 20 MINUTES
