Dark Chocolate Chess Pie
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Dark Chocolate Chess Pie, a dessert that promises to wrap you in warmth with every bite. This luscious pie features a velvety custard filling made from high-quality dark chocolate, creating a harmonious blend of sweetness and depth. Nestled in a buttery crust, it’s perfect for family gatherings or as a special treat after a long day. Easy to prepare and versatile enough for any occasion, this pie is bound to impress your guests and satisfy your chocolate cravings. Serve it on its own or topped with whipped coconut cream for an extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 200 g all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 140 g unsalted butter (cold)
- 24 g white grape juice (optional)
- 1 cup ice water
- 113 g unsalted butter
- 56 g bittersweet chocolate
- 21 g Dutch process cocoa powder
- 1 tsp espresso powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 113 g whole milk
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 106 g dark brown sugar
- 25 g cornmeal
- 4 eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the pie crust by mixing flour and salt, cutting in cold butter until crumbly. Add grape juice (if using) and ice water until combined; chill.
- Melt bittersweet chocolate and butter over low heat; add espresso powder.
- Whisk together cocoa, salt, milk, sugars, cornmeal, eggs, and vanilla; fold in melted chocolate mixture.
- Roll out chilled crust, fit into pie dish, fill with custard mixture, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 90 minutes until set.
- Cool completely before slicing; serve plain or with whipped coconut cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 195mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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