🍫 Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pie (Southern-Style)
📝 Ingredients:
For the filling:
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1 cup granulated 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 large egg yolks
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2 cups whole milk
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 tbsp unsalted butter
For the crust:
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1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
Optional topping:
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Whipped cream or meringue
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Blind bake the crust:
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If using raw pie dough, bake according to package or recipe instructions until golden brown.
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Let it cool completely.
2. Make the filling:
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In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
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Add egg yolks and slowly whisk in milk until smooth.
3. Cook until thick:
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Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and bubbles — about 8–10 minutes.
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Once thickened (like pudding), remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla until smooth.
4. Pour & chill:
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Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust.
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Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface to prevent a skin from forming.
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
5. Top & serve:
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Before serving, top with whipped cream or a lightly toasted meringue, if desired.
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Slice and enjoy!
🥄 Tips:
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For extra richness, stir in ¼ cup chopped dark chocolate with the butter.
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Add a pinch of espresso powder to deepen the chocolate flavor.
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Want meringue on top? I can give you a classic fluffy topping recipe too!
Would you like a no-bake version, or one made with evaporated milk like Grandma used to make
