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Christmas Chocolate Pie

A decadent slice of Christmas chocolate pie topped with fluffy whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
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A festive, make-ahead chocolate pie with a silky filling, perfect for holiday dessert boards. Choose between a classic pastry crust or an easy Oreo crust.

Ingredients

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  • 1 recipe for pastry pie crust, baked, or 1 recipe for Oreo pie crust
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • â…“ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 4 ounces unsweetened chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
  • Chocolate shavings or curls, for garnish
  • Crushed peppermint candy, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your chosen pie crust (pastry or Oreo) and let it cool completely.
  2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Gradually whisk in the whole milk until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks.
  5. Slowly temper the egg yolks by gradually whisking about 1 cup of the warm milk mixture into the yolks.
  6. Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining milk mixture.
  7. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil. Boil for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  8. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the chopped unsweetened chocolate and butter until melted and smooth.
  9. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  10. Pour the chocolate custard filling into the prepared pie crust.
  11. Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the filling to prevent a skin from forming.
  12. Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until firm.
  13. Before serving, remove the plastic wrap and top the pie with whipped cream.
  14. Garnish with chocolate shavings or curls, and crushed peppermint candy if desired.

Notes

  • For a stovetop custard, ensure you stir constantly to prevent scorching and lumps.
  • Make this pie a day ahead for easy holiday entertaining.
  • Experiment with different toppings like chocolate ganache or a sprinkle of sea salt.

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