Indulge in a rich and creamy chocolate pie that is so sinfully delicious, it will satisfy all your chocolate cravings. This decadent dessert is perfect for special occasions or whenever you need a sweet treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 1 9-inch pre-baked pie crust
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp instant espresso powder
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips and butter together in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, beat the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix in the melted chocolate mixture until smooth.
- Add the flour, cocoa powder, and salt, and stir until just combined.
- Pour the mixture into the pre-baked pie crust and bake for 30-35 minutes until set.
- Let the pie cool completely before serving.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and espresso powder until soft peaks form.
- Top the cooled pie with the whipped cream and serve chilled.
Interesting Facts
The addition of instant espresso powder enhances the chocolate flavor of the pie.
You can add a sprinkle of cocoa powder or chocolate shavings on top for extra decoration.
This pie can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.