Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsRed Arrow DinerChocolate Cream Pie Recipe

Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe

Inspired by Red Arrow Diner
Time4h
Serves8

Rich chocolate cream pie with a graham cracker crust.

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Ingredients

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Crust

Method

Crust Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Mix Crust Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Form the Crust

    Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form an even layer.

  4. 4

    Bake the Crust

    Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.

Filling Preparation

  1. 5

    Combine Dry Ingredients

    In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.

  2. 6

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

  3. 7

    Cook the Mixture

    Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to boil.

  4. 8

    Add Chocolate and Butter

    Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla extract until fully melted and combined.

  5. 9

    Pour into Crust

    Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.

  6. 10

    Chill the Pie

    Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.

Serving

  1. 11

    Top with Whipped Cream

    Before serving, top the pie with whipped cream, spreading it evenly over the chocolate filling.

  2. 12

    Slice and Serve

    Slice the pie into wedges and serve chilled.

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