Description
A creamy, no-bake chocolate pudding pie perfect for cozy evenings and family gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Chocolate shavings or whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Slowly whisk in the milk and heavy cream until well combined, creating a velvety base.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and starts to bubble gently.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
- Pour the luscious chocolate pudding mixture into the pre-made pie crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 240 minutes or until the mixture is set.
- Serve chilled, topped with chocolate shavings or a dollop of whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Try customizing with mint extract or peanut butter for different flavors!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Refrigeration
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg