Mostly from Scratch Chocolate Pie Recipe

Name: Mostly from Scratch Chocolate Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pie crust, baked; ¼ cup cornstarch; ⅓ cup sugar; 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; ¼ teaspoon salt; 2 cups whole milk; 1 cup half-and-half cream; 4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 cup heavy cream, chilled; 2 tablespoons sugar; 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, shavings

Servings: persons

1 pie crust, baked
¼ cup cornstarch
⅓ cup sugar
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon salt
2 cups whole milk
1 cup half-and-half cream
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup heavy cream, chilled
2 tablespoons sugar
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, shavings

1
Bake pie shell per manufacturer's instructions and set aside to cool.
2
Whisk together cornstarch, 1/3 cup sugar, cocoa powder, and salt in a 2-qt heavy saucepan.
3
Gradually whisk in milk and half & half.
4
Bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly.
5
Continue at a boil, whisking, for 2 minutes until mixture has thickened.
6
Remove from heat and whisk in chocolate and vanilla until smooth.
7
Pour filling into cooled shell and chill until cold, at least 2 hours.
8
Cover with wax paper if you want to prevent a skin from forming,.
9
Just before serving, beat cream with 2 T. sugar until it just holds soft peaks.
10
Spoon onto pie.
11
Pie (without whipped cream) can be chilled up to 1 day.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pie crust, baked, ¼ cup cornstarch, ⅓ cup sugar, 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, and more.

Yes, Mostly from Scratch Chocolate Pie falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mostly from Scratch Chocolate Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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