This Chocolate Pudding Pie is rich, creamy, and completely indulgent. It features a smooth chocolate pudding filling nestled in a crisp, buttery crust. Topped with whipped cream, it’s an easy yet elegant dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or chocolate cookie crumbs)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the chocolate pudding:
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- â…“ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- 3 cups whole milk
- 4 oz semi-sweet or dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the topping:
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Chocolate shavings or curls (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
Make the crust:
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the crust:
- In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs (or chocolate cookie crumbs) with the sugar and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Bake the crust:
- Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is golden and set. Let the crust cool completely before adding the filling.
Make the chocolate pudding:
- Prepare the pudding mixture:
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Slowly add the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
- Cook the pudding:
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture begins to thicken and comes to a gentle boil, about 5-7 minutes. Continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes while stirring.
- Add the chocolate:
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped chocolate and vanilla extract. Whisk until the chocolate is melted and the pudding is smooth.
- Cool the pudding:
- Pour the chocolate pudding into the cooled crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 3-4 hours, or until set.
Make the whipped cream topping:
- Whip the cream:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble the pie:
- Once the pudding is set, remove the pie from the fridge and spread or pipe the whipped cream on top. Garnish with chocolate shavings or curls if desired.
- Serve:
- Slice and enjoy your rich and creamy Chocolate Pudding Pie!
This delicious pie is perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings and makes a show-stopping dessert for any gathering!
