Decadent Chocolate Pudding Pie Recipe

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes (including chilling time)

This Chocolate Pudding Pie Recipe is a rich and indulgent dessert that combines a creamy chocolate filling with a flaky pie crust. It’s a perfect treat for chocolate lovers and a delightful addition to any dessert table.

The recipe is simple to follow and requires basic ingredients, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced bakers.

Easy Chocolate Pudding Pie Recipe

This dessert features a silky chocolate pudding filling made from scratch, poured into a pre-baked pie crust. The pie can be topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for an extra touch of elegance. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 8 people.

Ingredients

1 pre-baked pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Chocolate shavings for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Pie Crust: If using a homemade pie crust, roll it out and fit it into a pie dish. Bake according to recipe instructions until golden brown. Let it cool completely.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
Add Milk: Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble (about 5-7 minutes).
Add Flavor: Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Fill the Pie Crust: Pour the chocolate pudding filling into the cooled pie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
Serve: Once set, slice the pie and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired. Enjoy your delicious chocolate pudding pie!