Introduction;
There’s a magic, to those cherished recipes passed down through generations. Grandmas Chocolate Pie is a true gem among them. With its richness and the comforting embrace of nostalgia this chocolate pie has the ability to transport you back, to treasured family moments. In this article we’ll unveil the secrets behind recreating Grandmas Chocolate Pie and savoring the memories it holds.
Ingredients;
For the Chocolate Filling;
1 cup of granulated sugar
1/4 cup of cocoa powder
1/4 cup of all purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon of salt
2 cups of whole milk
3 egg yolks lightly beaten
2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
For the Pie Crust;
1 pre made or homemade pie crust (store bought or your preferred recipe)
For Whipped Cream Topping;
1 cup of whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions;
Step 1. Preheat the Oven;
Get your oven ready by following the instructions provided for your chosen pie crust recipe.
If you’re using a made crust just follow the instructions, on the package.
Step 2; Get the Pie Crust Ready;
If you’re using a store bought crust place it in a pie dish. Crimp the edges. In case you’re making your crust from scratch follow your preferred recipe and put it in the pie dish.
Step 3; Pre bake the Crust (Optional);
To make sure your crust isn’t soggy you can pre bake it. Simply line the crust with parchment paper. Fill it with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until the edges turn golden as per the instructions.
Step 4; Prepare the Chocolate Filling;
Take a saucepan and whisk together granulated sugar, cocoa powder, flour and salt.
Gradually whisk in the milk until you get a mixture.
Cook over heat while stirring constantly until it thickens.
Temper the beaten egg yolks by adding an amount of chocolate mixture to them. Slowly whisk these tempered egg yolks into the saucepan.
Keep cooking until your filling has reached a consistency, to pudding.
Remove from heat stir in butter and vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 5;
Lets make and relax;
Pour the chocolate filling into the pie crust that you’ve prepared.
Let the pie cool down a bit at room temperature before moving it to the refrigerator to chill for 4 hours or until it sets.
Step 6; Get ready, for the Whipped Cream Topping;
Take a chilled bowl. Whip the whipping cream until it forms soft peaks.
Add sugar and vanilla extract. Continue to whip until stiff peaks form.
Step 7; Time to serve and enjoy;
Once the chocolate pie is fully chilled, add dollops of whipped cream on top.
Slice it up. Serve Grandmas Chocolate Pie relishing in its nostalgic flavors that have been passed down through generations.
In conclusion;
Grandmas Chocolate Pie is more than a dessert; it holds a connection to our past embodying our family history. Whether enjoyed during occasions or as a comforting treat, on any day this timeless recipe is a celebration of love and tradition. Embrace the sweetness of memories as you savor each bite of Grandmas Chocolate Pie.
