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Classic Chocolate Chess Pie with a Buttery Crust

Classic Chocolate Chess Pie with a Buttery Crust

This recipe delivers a rich, decadent chocolate chess pie with a perfectly flaky crust. A simple yet elegant dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Pie
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 cups Cold unsalted butter cut into cubes
  • 0.25 cups Ice water
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 3 Large eggs
  • 1 cup Whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter melted

Equipment

  • 9-inch pie plate
  • Pastry blender or fork
  • Mixing bowls (large and medium)
  • Whisk
  • Rolling pin
  • Parchment Paper
  • Pie weights or dried beans

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Make the crust: Whisk together flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together.
  2. Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a 9-inch pie plate. Trim and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom with a fork. Line with parchment paper and pie weights.
  4. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes. Remove weights and bake for 5-7 more minutes, until lightly golden. Cool completely.
  5. Make the filling: Whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, flour, and salt in a large bowl.
  6. Add eggs one at a time, whisking well. Stir in milk and vanilla. Gradually whisk in melted butter.
  7. Pour filling into the cooled crust.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes, or until set. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Notes

For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.