Chocolate Pumpkin Pudding Pie

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch pre-made pie crust
• 3/4 cup pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and salt.
3. Whisk in cornstarch until fully combined.
4. Pour mixture into pre-made pie crust and spread evenly.
5. Bake for 30 minutes.
6. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
7. In a medium saucepan, heat cream until steaming.
8. Add in chocolate chips and whisk until melted and smooth.
9. Pour over cooled pie and spread evenly.
10. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Pumpkin is a member of the squash family.
• Pumpkin is a great source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and fiber.
• Pumpkin is native to North America.
• Chocolate is a great source of antioxidants and may help reduce blood pressure.