Indulge in a decadent Double Layer Chocolate Pie

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Indulge in a decadent Double Layer Chocolate Pie
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 26, 2024

This Double Layer Chocolate Pie is a chocolate lover's dream. With a velvety chocolate pudding filling and a layer of silky chocolate ganache on top, this pie is sure to impress. Perfect for special occasions or just when you're craving a decadent treat.

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made chocolate cookie pie crust
  • 1 package (3.9 oz) instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, prepare the chocolate pudding mix according to package instructions using the milk. Pour the pudding into the chocolate cookie pie crust and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped chocolate, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and shiny.
  3. Pour the chocolate ganache over the chilled pudding layer in the pie crust. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  4. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until set.
  5. Before serving, garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh berries if desired.

Interesting Facts

  • Chocolate is believed to have mood-boosting properties due to its release of endorphins.
  • Chocolate was once so highly valued that the ancient Mayans used cocoa beans as currency.