Recipe: Grandma Cathy’s Chocolate Pie

Mom’s Chocolate Pie is a Christmas classic, rich dessert featuring a smooth, chocolatey filling in a baked pie shell. This recipe is simple yet yields a delightful pie that’s sure to satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.

Ingredients List

• 3 Eggs
• 1 Cup Milk
• 0.5 Cup Cocoa
• 1.5 Cup Sugar
• 1 Tbsp Butter
• 1 Tbsp Flour
• 1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
• 1 Baked Pie Shell

Preparation Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, cocoa, sugar, butter, flour, and vanilla extract. Mix all the ingredients well to ensure a smooth consistency.
2. Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and cook over low heat. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens.
3. Once thickened, remove from heat.
4. Pour the chocolate filling into the baked pie shell.
5. Let the pie cool and set before serving.

Preparation and Cooking Time

• Total Time: Approximately 30 minutes (excluding the time to cool)

Serving Information

• Makes: 1 Pie
• Serve as a decadent dessert for any occasion.

Tips or Variations

• For a richer chocolate flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder.
• Top the pie with whipped cream (the way mom did) or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.

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Last Modified: 12/18/2023