🍫 No-Bake German Chocolate Pie
Ingredients:
Crust:
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1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreos, crushed with filling removed)
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¼ cup butter, melted
Filling:
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1 (4 oz) bar German sweet chocolate, chopped
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½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
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1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
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1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup whipped topping (like Cool Whip), plus more for garnish
Topping:
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¾ cup sweetened shredded coconut
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¾ cup chopped pecans
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¼ cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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Extra chocolate shavings or drizzle for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
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Make the Crust:
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Mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter until combined.
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Press mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
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Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to set.
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Prepare the Chocolate Filling:
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the German chocolate and semi-sweet chocolate chips in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. Let cool slightly.
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In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract, beating until well blended.
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Add the melted chocolate and beat until smooth.
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Gently fold in whipped topping.
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Assemble the Pie:
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Pour the chocolate filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top.
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm (overnight is best for clean slices).
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Add the Topping:
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Just before serving, sprinkle coconut and pecans evenly over the top.
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Drizzle with caramel sauce and garnish with extra whipped topping or chocolate drizzle if desired.
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💡 Tips:
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Toast the coconut and pecans for deeper flavor.
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Use a graham cracker crust if preferred.
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Make it in mini tart pans for individual servings!
Would you like a gluten-free version or suggestions for making it ahead?
