Chocolate Pudding Pie Recipe With Graham Cracker Crust
Introduction
If you're a chocolate lover, you're in for a treat with this delicious chocolate pudding pie recipe. This recipe features a graham cracker crust that adds a sweet and crunchy texture to the creamy chocolate filling. It's perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 egg yolks
- 3 cups whole milk
- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Step 2: Make the crust
In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, melted butter, and salt. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, making sure the crust is even and firmly packed. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool.
Step 3: Make the chocolate pudding filling
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cornstarch, sugar, and salt. Add the egg yolks and whisk until smooth. Gradually whisk in the milk, making sure there are no lumps. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil, about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped chocolate, butter, and vanilla extract until the chocolate and butter are melted and the mixture is smooth.
Step 4: Assemble the pie
Pour the chocolate pudding mixture into the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Cover the pie with plastic wrap, making sure the wrap touches the surface of the pudding to prevent a skin from forming. Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until set.
Step 5: Serve and enjoy!
Remove the plastic wrap from the pie and top with whipped cream, if desired. Slice and serve immediately.
Variations
This chocolate pudding pie recipe is delicious as is, but there are a few variations you can try:
- Add a layer of sliced bananas or strawberries to the bottom of the crust before adding the chocolate pudding filling.
- Use a different type of crust, such as a chocolate cookie crust or a vanilla wafer crust.
- Top the pie with chopped nuts, such as pecans or almonds, for added crunch.
Conclusion
This chocolate pudding pie recipe with graham cracker crust is a crowd-pleaser and is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. With its creamy chocolate filling and crunchy crust, it's the perfect dessert for any occasion. Try out different variations to make it your own and enjoy!
