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Grandma’s Chocolate Pie Recipe

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Grandma’s Chocolate Pie is a rich and creamy classic dessert featuring a silky chocolate filling baked in a flaky pre-made pie crust. This easy-to-make pie combines melted semi-sweet chocolate with eggs, sugar, milk, and vanilla, resulting in a perfectly set, slightly jiggly custard-like texture that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 3 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

Crust

  • 1 pre-made pie crust

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place your pre-made pie crust into a pie dish and set aside, ensuring it is ready for the filling.
  2. Melt Chocolate Mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, gently melt the chocolate chips together with the whole milk, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Remove from heat to cool slightly.
  3. Whisk Eggs and Sugar: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar vigorously until the mixture becomes light in color and fluffy in texture, incorporating air for a smooth filling.
  4. Add Vanilla and Chocolate: Stir in the pure vanilla extract into the egg and sugar mixture. Then gently fold the melted chocolate and milk mixture into this, combining everything evenly without deflating the mixture.
  5. Pour and Bake: Pour the chocolate filling into the prepared pie crust, smoothing the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, until the pie is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool completely before slicing. Serve with optional whipped cream or fresh berries for an extra special touch.

Notes

  • Use room temperature eggs for better incorporation and texture.
  • Be careful not to overbake; the pie should be slightly jiggly in the center when done.
  • Letting the pie cool completely improves sliceability and flavor.
  • Optional toppings like whipped cream or berries enhance the dessert but are not required.
  • You can substitute dark chocolate chips for semi-sweet for a richer flavor.

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