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Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pie with Golden Meringue

A rich and creamy chocolate pie topped with golden, fluffy meringue — a nostalgic dessert favorite!

  • Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust
  • 1½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten (reserve the whites for meringue)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1½ teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • For the meringue:
  • 4 large egg whites (room temperature)
  • ¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Make the chocolate filling: In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened, about 8–10 minutes.
  2. Temper the egg yolks: Whisk egg yolks in a bowl. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup of the hot chocolate mixture. Return the mixture to the pan.
  3. Finish the filling: Cook for 2–3 more minutes until thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla. Pour into the prepared crust and smooth the top.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Make the meringue: Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Beat in vanilla.
  6. Top the pie: Spoon meringue over hot filling, spreading to seal edges. Create peaks with a spoon.
  7. Bake: Bake for 12–15 minutes until meringue is golden. Watch closely to avoid burning.
  8. Cool and chill: Cool at room temperature for 1 hour, then refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

  • Spread meringue while filling is hot to prevent weeping.
  • Use a clean, grease-free bowl for best meringue results.
  • For a decorative touch, use a spatula to shape the meringue into peaks.
  • Author: Sabrine Jay
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 36g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

Keywords: chocolate pie, meringue, old-fashioned dessert