Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- pie dish
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust
- 1 unbaked pie crust A flaky crust is the perfect base for the filling.
For the Filling
- 1 cup granulated sugar Essential sweetness to balance the cocoa.
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa for intense flavor.
- 3 large eggs Provides structure and fudgy texture.
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances the chocolate flavor.
- 1/4 tsp salt Elevates sweetness and deepens flavor.
Instructions
How to Make Christmas Chocolate Chess Pie
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
- Place the unbaked pie crust into a pie dish and set aside.
- Whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, salt, and eggs in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the prepared pie crust.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes, until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Cool the pie before serving to develop its fudgy texture.
- Optional: Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Avoid overmixing the filling to prevent incorporating too much air.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg
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