Indulge in a delectable journey with "Dad's Chocolate Pie", a timeless classic that has captivated taste buds for generations. This iconic dessert, passed down from father to son, embodies the essence of homemade goodness. Embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind this rich and creamy chocolate pie, featuring a flaky, buttery crust that perfectly complements the velvety chocolate filling. Discover the art of creating the ultimate chocolate pie, from selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the perfect baking techniques. Along the way, uncover variations and adaptations of this classic, including gluten-free and vegan options, ensuring everyone can savor the joy of this timeless treat. Prepare to tantalize your senses and create memories that will be cherished for years to come.
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DAD'S FAVORITE COCONUT CREAM PIE
Steps:
- For the crust: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment and set it aside.
- In a food processor, combine the chocolate cookies with the coconut oil and salt and pulse until the mixture is sandy and starts to clump together. Add the coconut and pulse just a couple more times to get it evenly distributed.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan, pressing it up against the sides to give it a 1- to 1 1/2-inch-tall crust. Bake until set, about 25 minutes. Let it cool.
- For the filling: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, salt and egg yolks. Cook over medium-high heat, whisking constantly, until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the shredded coconut and pour into the cooled crust. Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours. (This can be done up to 2 days in advance; keep covered in the refrigerator.)
- For the topping: Toast the coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring often, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Let it cool.
- With an electric mixer or in a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, beat the heavy cream to stiff peaks. Spread it on the pie, then sprinkle with the toasted coconut flakes. Top with shaved chocolate or chocolate sprinkles. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- When you're ready to take it out of the pan, run a small offset spatula around the edge and carefully remove the sides. Enjoy!
QUICK AND EASY CHOCOLATE PIE
A dessert pie recipe with a filling of Reddi-wip and chocolate pudding topped with mini chocolate morsels in a graham cracker crust.
Provided by Reddi-wip
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Reddi-wip®
Time 6h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pour milk into medium bowl. Add dry pudding mix; beat with wire whisk until well blended and mixture just begins to thicken. Stir in chocolate morsels, if desired.
- Add contents of Reddi-wip can; stir gently but quickly until well blended. Pour into crust; cover.
- Refrigerate 6 hours, or until set. Cut into 8 slices to serve. Garnish with additional Reddi-wip and crushed candy, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.5 calories, Carbohydrate 53.4 g, Cholesterol 35.7 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 511.9 mg, Sugar 40.3 g
DAD'S CHOCOLATE CREAM PIE AND VARIATIONS
This is by far one of the best chocolate pies - I have searched and the difference is the unsweetened chocolate vs. cocoa. Also, it can be changed to butterscotch, caramel, coconut...(variations at end of directions)
Provided by Nursebarb
Categories Pie
Time 45m
Yield 1 pie
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- MIx cornstarch, 1 cup sugar and salt.
- Melt unsweetened chocolate in scalded milk.
- Gradually add milk.
- Cook in double boiler till thick, about 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Slowly add small amount of hot mixture to egg yolks.
- Stir into remaining hot mixture.
- Cook 5 minutes.
- Cool.
- Add butter and vanilla.
- Pour into shell and spread with meringue made out of whites and 6 Tablespoons sugar.
- Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes.
- ** For Butterscotch: Omit chocolate. Substitute brown sugar for white sugar and increase butter to 3 tablespoons.
- ** For Caramel: Omit chocolate. Decrease sugar to 2/3 cup and caramelize 1/4 cup of sugar and add to scalded milk.
- *** For Coconut: Omit Chocolate. Decrease sugar to 2/3 cup. Add 1 cup moist, shredded coconut to filling. Sprinkle 1/2 cup coconut on meringue before browning.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3103.7, Fat 142.7, SaturatedFat 63.3, Cholesterol 695.8, Sodium 2122.2, Carbohydrate 429.1, Fiber 16.3, Sugar 277.4, Protein 52.8
DAD'S CHOCOLATE PIE
Whenever you would ask my dad what he would like to have as a dessert, he would always say CHOCOLATE PIE, (you know, the kind my mother used to make). His mother was a fantastic cook and this is one of her recipes. It is simple and very quick to make.
Provided by georgia ainsworth
Categories Pies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Combine the sugar, cornstarch and salt in a medium saucepan.
- 2. Stir in the milk, cocoa powder and the (melted) butter. Blend well. Then add the egg yolks and vanilla.
- 3. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and pour into a cooked crust.
- 4. Cover with meringue and brown in a preheated oven of 350 degrees. Cool on a rack until ready to be served.
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate. The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly impact the flavor of your pie. Look for chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
- Don't over-mix the batter. Over-mixing can make the pie tough. Stir the batter just until the ingredients are combined.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to set and the flavors to develop.
- Serve the pie with whipped cream or ice cream. Chocolate pie is delicious on its own, but it's even better with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.
Conclusion:
Chocolate pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With these tips, you can make the best chocolate pie you've ever tasted.
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