🍫 This isn’t just any chocolate pie—it’s the kind Grandma used to make, with a silky-smooth filling, flaky homemade crust, and a cloud of whipped cream on top. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or when you need a decadent dessert that never goes out of style.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Creamy, not cloying – Balanced sweetness with deep chocolate flavor.
✅ Flaky, buttery crust – No store-bought shortcuts here!
✅ Stunning presentation – Looks like it came from a bakery.
✅ Make-ahead friendly – Chill overnight for stress-free serving.
✅ Ad-optimized structure – Keeps readers scrolling (and ads loading!).
Ingredients
For the Crust:
1 ¼ cups (150g) all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
½ cup (115g) cold butter, cubed
3-4 tbsp ice water
For the Filling:
1 ½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
⅓ cup (40g) cocoa powder (Dutch-process preferred)
¼ cup (30g) cornstarch
½ tsp salt
3 cups (720ml) whole milk
4 large egg yolks
2 tbsp butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Topping:
1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, whipped
Chocolate shavings (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
