Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe
Rich chocolate cream pie with a graham cracker crust.
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2
Mix Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
- 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
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
- 5
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt.
- 6
Add Milk
Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- 7
Cook the Mixture
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to boil.
- 8
- 9
Pour into Crust
Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 10
Chill the Pie
Cover the pie with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Serving
- 11
Top with Whipped Cream
Before serving, top the pie with whipped cream, spreading it evenly over the chocolate filling.
- 12
Slice and Serve
Slice the pie into wedges and serve chilled.