Best 8 Grannys Chocolate Cream Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with Grandma's Chocolate Cream Pie, a timeless classic that combines rich, velvety chocolate and creamy, dreamy filling. This delectable dessert features a flaky pie crust, a luscious chocolate pudding filling, and a topping of fluffy whipped cream. The pie is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual masterpiece, adorned with chocolate shavings and fresh berries.

Accompanying this classic recipe are three additional variations that cater to various dietary preferences and taste profiles:

1. **Decadent Dark Chocolate Cream Pie**: For chocolate lovers seeking an intense cocoa experience, this variation incorporates dark chocolate into the filling, creating a deep, sophisticated flavor that will tantalize your taste buds.

2. **Luscious Vegan Chocolate Cream Pie**: This plant-based rendition of the classic pie is crafted with almond milk, coconut cream, and silken tofu, resulting in a creamy, dairy-free filling that is equally delectable and satisfying.

3. **Gluten-Free Chocolate Cream Pie**: Those with gluten sensitivities can enjoy this delightful dessert without compromise. Featuring a gluten-free pie crust and cornstarch-based filling, this variation ensures that everyone can indulge in the chocolatey goodness.

With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, these recipes empower you to create a homemade chocolate cream pie that will impress family and friends alike. Whether you prefer the classic version, dark chocolate indulgence, vegan delight, or gluten-free goodness, these recipes have something for every chocolate enthusiast.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GRANNY'S COCOA CREAM PIE RECIPE - (3.8/5)



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Provided by mikeimmell

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup cocoa
1/4 cup cornstarch/or arrowroot powder (or 1/2 cup all purpose flour)
3 egg yolks
1 1/2 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
9 " pre-baked pie shell

Steps:

  • Mix cocoa, cornstarch, beaten egg yolks; sugar and salt, then add milk gradually, while stirring in a pot over med-high heat. Cook until thick, beating it smooth. While stirring, mix in the vanilla. Cream pies take some time to thicken, so stir... and stir (10 to 15 minutes). Using a heavy bottom pan really helps. Just keep it up until it thickens. Pour into a pre-baked pie shell. Put in the fridge to chill for several hours before serving. Add whipped cream, cool whip, or a baked meringue for the topping if you like :)

OLD FASHIONED CHOCOLATE CREAM PIE



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This was my mother's recipe. She made it many times in her life. I have continued the tradition.

Provided by Sherry Wilkins

Categories     Chocolate

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 baked pie shell
FOR PIE FILLING:
1 c sugar
1/4 c cocoa powder
1/4 c corn starch
1/2 tsp salt
2 c milk ( whole milk, 2% or evaporated)
3 egg yolks
2 Tbsp butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
FOR MERINGUE:
3 egg whites
6 Tbsp powdered sugar
1/8 tsp cream of tartar (optional)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. For Pie Filling: In a medium sized saucepan combine the sugar, cocoa powder, corn starch, salt, milk and egg yolks. BEFORE turning on the burner, whisk all the ingredients together until well mixed. The corn starch will not dissolve in hot liquids so it is VERY important to stir until it has all dissolved before turning on the burner.
  • 2. Cook mixture on medium to medium high heat whisking constantly until pudding starts to thicken. Remove from heat.
  • 3. Stir in butter and vanilla. Mix thoroughly.
  • 4. Pour into prepared pie crust.
  • 5. For Meringue: In a clean mixer bowl, add the egg whites and vanilla. On high speed, whip until whites start to to whip up. Slowly and a little at a time, add the powdered sugar and cream of tartar. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
  • 6. Spoon meringue on top of the pie filling. Bake at 325 degrees until meringue reaches the desired browness.
  • 7. Tips: Make sure your mixing bowl is completely clean and free of oil. Meringue will not whip if there is oil residue in the bowl. To keep meringue from shrinking, make sure it touches all around the edge of the pie crust.

GRANNY'S CHOCOLATE MERINGUE PIE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup solid vegetable shortening
1 tablespoon sugar
6 to 7 tablespoons ice cold water
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
Pinch salt
3 cups milk
3 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Mix well. Add the shortening and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the water and let sit 1 minute. Either using a fork or your hands, carefully press the mixture together to form a soft ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Remove the dough from the refrigerator and place it on a lightly floured surface. Roll out the dough on the floured surface into a circle about 12 inches in diameter and 1/8 of an inch thick. Gently fold the circle of dough in half and then in half again so that you can lift it without tearing it, and unfold into a 9-inch by 2-inch deep-dish pie pan. Crimp the edges and place in the oven. Bake until golden, about 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely.
  • In a saucepan, combine the chocolate, 1 cup sugar, cornstarch and salt. Mix well. Stir in the milk. Place the pan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Beat the egg yolks. Add 1/2 cup of the hot mixture to the egg yolks and mix well. Add the mixture back to the saucepan and continue to cook for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and butter. Pour the filling into the prepared pie shell and cool completely. Cover with plastic and refrigerate until chilled.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Beat the egg whites, on medium speed, until soft peaks form, about 2 minutes. Add the remaining sugar and continue to beat until stiff peaks form. Spread the meringue evenly over the pie. Place in a preheated 350 degree oven, on the top rack and bake until golden brown, about 10 minutes. Remove and cut into individual servings.

GRANNY'S CHOCOLATE CREAM PIE



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Make and share this Granny's Chocolate Cream Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by debbies dishes

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 egg yolks, beaten
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup plain flour
2 cups milk
4 tablespoons cocoa, heaping
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons butter
1 pie shell, baked
3 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
8 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Combine sugar, flour and cocoa in saucepan.
  • Stir in milk and cook over medium heat until thick.
  • Remove from heat and temper in egg yolks.
  • Return to heat and simmer 2 more minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in butter and vanilla.
  • Pour into baked pie shell.
  • Top with meringue.
  • Bake 400 degree oven for 10 minutes until lightly brown.
  • Chill.
  • Merinque:.
  • Beat egg whites and cream tartar until frothy.
  • Beat in sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  • Spoon on top of custard.

GRANDMA'S CHOCOLATE CUSTARD PIE



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Straight from grandma's kitchen, a delicious Southern holiday tradition. A smooth and rich chocolate dessert that will have you asking for thirds.

Provided by TRISTESS00

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Custard and Cream Pie Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons self-rising flour
1 tablespoon cocoa powder, or more to taste
2 cups whole milk
2 eggs, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pre-baked pie shell
1 pinch white sugar, or to taste
1 dash vanilla extract, or to taste

Steps:

  • Mix sugar, flour, and cocoa powder together in a bowl until well combined.
  • Mix milk, egg yolks, and vanilla extract together in a separate large bowl. Add flour mixture and blend custard until smooth.
  • Pour custard into a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring continually, until slightly boiling but not popping, about 5 minutes. Cook just until reasonably thickened, 3 to 5 minutes more, and remove from heat immediately. Stir hot custard to smooth out any lumps and pour into the pre-baked pie shell.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Beat egg whites, sugar, and vanilla extract together in a small bowl until peaks start to form. Spread the thick meringue mixture on top of the custard.
  • Cook under the preheated broiler just until the peaks start to turn light brown, 1 to 2 minutes, being very careful not to let the meringue burn.
  • Place the custard pie in the fridge or on Grandma's porch on a cool night until the custard congeals, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 52.6 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 184 mg, Sugar 21.8 g

GRANNY'S CHOCOLATE PIE



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Every time I visited my granny Witt she would always make this for me. She new it was my favorite. Now I make this for my kids and they love it to.

Provided by Tina Witt

Categories     Pies

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 3/4 c sugar
1/2 c cocoa
1/3 c corn starch
3 c milk
2 Tbsp butter
1 tsp vanilla
cooked pie shell
whipped topping

Steps:

  • 1. Mix sugar, cocoa, and cornstarch together in a medium sized pot.Add milk and cook on medium heat. Stirring constantly.(this step is very important)
  • 2. When mixture starts to boil and becomes thick remove from stove. Stir in butter and vanilla. Pour into baked pie shell. Let cool in refridgerator for an hour.
  • 3. Add whipped cream on top.

GRANDMA'S CHOCOLATE MERINGUE PIE



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My grandmother served this old fashioned chocolate pie recipe after Sunday dinner each week, usually with an apology it was "too runny" or something else was wrong with it. Of course, grandma's chocolate pie was never less than perfect! - Donna Vest Tilley, Chesterfield, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Dough for single-crust pie
3/4 cup sugar
5 tablespoons baking cocoa
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups whole milk
3 large egg yolks, room temperature, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large egg whites, room temperature
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
6 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°., Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are light golden brown, 15-20 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack. Reduce oven setting to 350°., In a saucepan, mix sugar, cocoa, cornstarch and salt; gradually add milk. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from heat. Stir about 1 cup of the hot filling into the egg yolks. Return to saucepan and bring to a gentle boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla. Pour hot filling into pie crust. , For meringue, immediately beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and continue to beat until stiff and glossy. Spread evenly over hot filling, sealing meringue to pie crust. Bake until meringue is golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 93mg cholesterol, Sodium 227mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GRANDMA JACKSON'S CHOCOLATE CREAM PIE



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This chocolate cream pie is an old-fashioned recipe just like grandma used to make. It's made with simple ingredients and very easy to prepare. The trick is not letting the chocolate mixture burn. Once cooked, it's thick and creamy. Just the way filling for a chocolate cream pie should be. The light and fluffy meringue on top is...

Provided by Gail Welch

Categories     Chocolate

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 c sugar
1/3 c all-purpose flour
1/4 c cocoa, unsweetened
3 large egg yolks, beaten
2 c pet milk (evaporated) or milk
1/2 stick butter
1 pie shell, baked
MERINGUE
3 large egg whtes
3 Tbsp sugar
1/8 tsp cream of tartar or baking powder
NOTE: I LIKE TO USE 4 EGG WHITES, 6 TABLESPOONS (1/3 CUP) SUGAR, 1/8 TSP CREAM OF TARTAR AND A TSP VANILLA TO MAKE THE MERINGUE,

Steps:

  • 1. Put all ingredients (for pie filling) in a saucepan and cook until thickened and bubbly. NOTE: I mix beaten egg yolks and milk together in a saucepan then add dry ingredients and butter; whisk until bubbly and thickened.
  • 2. Pour into cooled pre-baked pie shell.
  • 3. Make the meringue by beating egg whites until stiff. Add sugar one tablespoon at a time.
  • 4. Add cream of tartar or baking powder (and vanilla if desired.)
  • 5. Beat until stiff.
  • 6. Put meringue on top of the pie.
  • 7. Bake at 400 degrees 5-8 minutes or until lightly brown.
  • 8. Cool on wire rack.

Tips:

  • For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate or semisweet chocolate in place of milk chocolate.
  • If you don't have a pie plate, you can use a 9-inch springform pan.
  • To make sure the pie crust is cooked through, pre-bake it for 10-12 minutes before adding the filling.
  • Let the pie cool completely before serving. This will help the filling to set and the pie will be easier to slice.
  • For a creamier filling, use heavy cream instead of milk.
  • Garnish the pie with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries before serving.

Conclusion:

This classic chocolate cream pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy filling, rich chocolate flavor, and flaky crust, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this chocolate cream pie a try.

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