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Chocolate Cream Pie with Whipped Topping and Cocoa Dusting

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This decadent chocolate cream pie features a rich and silky chocolate filling in a buttery pie crust, topped with fluffy whipped cream and a light dusting of cocoa powder for an elegant and satisfying dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whipped topping or whipped cream
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  2. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture begins to thicken and bubble.
  3. In a small bowl, beat egg yolks. Slowly whisk about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks to temper them, then gradually add the yolk mixture back into the saucepan.
  4. Continue cooking and stirring for 2–3 minutes, until thick and smooth.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla until fully melted and combined.
  6. Pour the chocolate filling into the pre-baked pie crust and smooth the top. Cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent skin from forming.
  7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
  8. Before serving, top with whipped topping and dust with cocoa powder using a fine sieve.

Notes

  • For a richer taste, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet.
  • Homemade whipped cream can be used in place of store-bought topping.
  • Let pie chill overnight for best texture and flavor.
  • Add chocolate shavings on top for an extra decorative touch.

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Keywords: chocolate cream pie, cocoa dusted pie, whipped topping dessert, chocolate pudding pie, classic pie recipe

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