The Best Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pie Recipe
A classic Southern dessert, Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pie features a rich, silky chocolate custard filling beneath a flaky, buttery crust. Loved for generations, this nostalgic pie delivers pure comfort with every bite. Perfect for gatherings, holidays, or a cozy night in, its simplicity and irresistible flavor make it a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern, American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Pie:
- 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
- 1 cup sugar
- 2½ tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1½ cups whole milk
- 3 egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Topping:
- Whipped cream, optional, for topping
Instructions
- In a saucepan, mix sugar, cocoa, flour, and salt until blended. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly. Remove from heat; whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks, then return all to saucepan.
- Cook 2 more minutes, stirring constantly; remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla until fully melted and smooth.
- Pour mixture into the baked pie crust. Let cool 15 minutes, then refrigerate at least 3 hours until fully set.
- Top with whipped cream just before serving, if desired.
Notes
- For extra decadence, use half-and-half instead of milk.
- Pie keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Ensure constant stirring to avoid lumps or scorching.
- For a mocha twist, add a pinch of instant coffee to the filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
