Delicious Chocolate Chiffon Pie Recipe

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Delicious Chocolate Chiffon Pie Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 19, 2024

This indulgent chocolate chiffon pie is a perfect dessert for any occasion. The fluffy, airy texture of the chiffon filling combined with the rich chocolate flavor will satisfy any sweet tooth. It's an easy-to-make recipe that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made chocolate cookie crust
  • 1 envelope unflavored gelatin
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 cup milk
  • 4 eggs, separated
  • 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy cream, whipped

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over water and let it stand for 5 minutes.
  2. In a saucepan, combine sugar, cocoa, milk, and egg yolks. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in gelatin mixture until dissolved. Add vanilla extract and let it cool.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Fold egg whites into chocolate mixture until well combined. Pour into chocolate cookie crust.
  6. Chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours or until set.
  7. Top with whipped cream before serving. Enjoy your chocolate chiffon pie!

Interesting Facts

  • Chiffon pies were invented in the United States in the 1920s.
  • Gelatin helps stabilize the pie filling and gives it a smooth texture.
  • Whipping egg whites separately and folding them in creates a light and airy chiffon texture.