This rich, silky chocolate pie is a timeless dessert—perfect for family dinners, holidays, or your recipe website. It has a smooth cocoa filling and can be topped with fluffy meringue or whipped cream.
📝 Ingredients
For the Pie Filling:
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1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
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1 cup sugar
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¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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¼ cup cornstarch
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¼ tsp salt
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3 egg yolks
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2 ½ cups milk
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2 tbsp butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Meringue Topping:
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3 egg whites
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¼ tsp cream of tartar
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½ cup sugar
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Make the Chocolate Filling
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In a saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
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Add egg yolks and milk, whisk until smooth.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until thick (about 8–10 minutes).
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Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla.
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Pour into the baked pie crust.
2. Prepare Meringue (Optional)
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Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
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Gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
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Spread over hot filling, sealing edges.
3. Bake (if using meringue)
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Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until golden brown.
4. Cool & Serve
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Let the pie cool completely before slicing (this helps it set perfectly).
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Chill for 2–3 hours for best texture.
💡 Pro Tips
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Stir constantly to avoid lumps in the filling.
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Use whole milk for extra creaminess.
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No meringue? Top with whipped cream instead.
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Add chocolate chips for an extra rich twist