Description
This Easy Chocolate Pie is a luscious, no-bake dessert that combines a smooth chocolate filling with a crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfect for any occasion, it requires minimal ingredients and effort while delivering a rich, creamy treat that chocolate lovers will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 9-inch pre-made graham cracker crust
Filling
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Topping (Optional)
- Whipped cream for topping
- Chocolate shavings or sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chocolate mixture: Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a medium heatproof bowl. In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the heavy whipping cream just to a simmer, being careful not to boil.
- Combine cream and chocolate: Immediately pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips and let it sit undisturbed for 2 minutes to allow the chocolate to soften and melt.
- Whisk until smooth: After resting, whisk the mixture gently until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture becomes glossy and smooth.
- Add flavors: Stir in the vanilla extract and salt to enhance the chocolate filling’s depth of flavor.
- Assemble the pie: Pour the chocolate filling evenly into the pre-made graham cracker crust, then smooth the top with a spatula for an even finish.
- Chill to set: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours to allow the filling to firm up and become sliceable.
- Serve and garnish: Before serving, optionally top the pie with whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings or sprinkles for an elegant presentation. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- You can use a homemade graham cracker crust if preferred, or substitute with an Oreo crust for a richer flavor.
- This pie can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
- For variation, try using different types of chocolate chips such as bittersweet or milk chocolate.
- Make sure not to boil the cream to preserve the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
