Chocolate Pie I

Name: Chocolate Pie I
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 1 9-inch pie
Ingredients: 1 (9 inch) pie shell, baked; ¼ cup butter; 1 ¼ cups white sugar; 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 egg yolks; 1 cup milk; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 egg whites

Rating: 4.34 stars

80 Ratings
70 Reviews
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One for the chocolate lovers!

By Glenda

Recipe Summary

prep:

20 mins

cook:

35 mins

total:

55 mins

Servings:

Yield:

1 9-inch pie

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

Original recipe yields 8 servings

The ingredient list now reflects the servings specified

1 (9 inch) pie shell, baked
¼ cup butter
1 ¼ cups white sugar
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 egg yolks
1 cup milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 egg whites

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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Step 2

In a cast iron skillet over medium low heat, melt the butter.
Step 3

Combine one cup of the sugar with cocoa and flour. Beat the egg yolks with the milk and add them to the sugar mixture.
Step 4

Add the sugar and egg mixture to the skillet with the melted butter or margarine and cook gently, stirring constantly until thick. (Watch this mixture closely as it has a tendency to burn)! Add the vanilla. Pour the mixture into the baked crust.
Step 5

Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form; add the remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until meringue is glossy and stiff peaks form. Spread beaten egg whites over the hot filling be sure the whites touch the edges of the crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes (or until the meringue is golden brown).

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

339.1 calories; 4.6 g protein; 46.5 g carbohydrates; 70.5 mg cholesterol; 191 mg sodium. Full Nutrition

Reviews (70)

Most helpful positive review

sassyangelkiwi Donna-Maree Aus

01/13/2003

I use 1/2 cup less sugar in the chocolate custard, as the sweetness is just too extrime, and the less sugar makes it much more plesent. Read More

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Most helpful critical review

LauraKKH

04/27/2004

The taste of this pie was really good, but the filling came out a gooey, runny mess. It did not hold together at all! The meringue took about 15 minutes of beating to form. I may try this pie one more time and bake it longer to see if that was the problem, because doing it exactly like the recipe says it does not work! Read More

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80 Ratings

5 star values: 53
4 star values: 14
3 star values: 4
2 star values: 5
1 star values: 4

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sassyangelkiwi Donna-Maree Aus

01/13/2003

I use 1/2 cup less sugar in the chocolate custard, as the sweetness is just too extrime, and the less sugar makes it much more plesent. Read More

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(27)

JDVMD

09/18/2006

No problems making this one. I didn't use a cast iron skillet. Read More

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ANDREAVEE

11/24/2004

Absolutely wonderful. I followed the advice to double the recipe as I wanted to fill a deep dish pie crust which it did perfectly. If you're using a shallow pie crust don't double. This recipe is a definite keeper! Read More

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(18)

Rose Anne

12/11/2005

This is just like the pie my husband's grandma used to make years ago. When she died, I got her iron skillet and her hand written recipe that never came out right. I finally found the recipe to do it justice! Takes a lot of patience (about 30 mins to cook the filling) but its a taste of home! Worth every minute stirring when my husband tastes it! I'm the new keeper of "Granny's Chocolate Pie recipe!" I'll never tell that I had to go search the internet to find the "old family recipe!" Read More

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(16)

OJOWOJO

11/26/2002

First time I've ever made a chocolate cream pie from scratch...and this was a great recipe to start with. You have to be patient for consistency to thicken and stir constantly but everything else goes quickly. I added 1/2 cup chocolate chips to the completed warm mixture (for fun)...it was very fudgey and just scrumptious...cooled nicely and did not run...which was my biggest fear. I would double the recipe if you want a real full pie shell...this mix only filled it half way...this would allow you a thicker meringue to. I also liked that most ingredients are on hand (no evaporated milk needed as most other recipes call for and real chocolate isn't needed). I must say I have stopped my search for a chocolate cream pie recipe. I topped the slices with drizzled chocolate and raspberry puree...my hubby said it was as good as Marie Callendars. Thanks Glenda!! Read More

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MRSGRASS

01/06/2005

Just like my grandmother (90 years old this past October)used to make but she forgot the recipe and we have been trying to get it right for years. I made for Christmas and every told me to make this pie my standard dish. I made it twice and had to substitute 2 1/2 squares of unsweetened chocolate in one batch and made a very rich chocolate flavor. It does seem to get sticky after sitting for a few days so don't be stingy with the slices! Read More

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LauraKKH

04/27/2004

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stephvaughn77

08/02/2010

This is the pie recipe I have been looking for. I recommend making either two recipes or one and a half b/c it doesn't make alot. I add 2 TBLS of butter to the filling when it is still hot at the end. Makes it glossier. It is the perfect filling for Martha Stewart's pate brisee crust filling. My husband and my kids went crazy for it. Will definitely make again. To the critics who complain it was runny you need to up the heat and wait until it gets pretty thick. Don't let it overcook too much or it will get grainy. Read More

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LFLOWER75

10/03/2003

This pie was pretty easy to make but was lacking a little on flavor. I don't think I'll make this pie again. Read More

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Nutritional Information

Chocolate Pie I

Servings Per Recipe: 8
Calories: 339.1

% Daily Value *

protein: 9 %

carbohydrates: 15 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 4 %

sugars:

fat: 24 %

saturated fat: 32 %

cholesterol: 24 %

vitamin a iu: 6 %

niacin equivalents: 15 %

vitamin b6: 2 %

vitamin c:

folate: 7 %

calcium: 5 %

iron: 6 %

magnesium: 6 %

potassium: 3 %

sodium: 8 %

thiamin: 12 %

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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.