Chocolate Dream Pie

Health score
1%
Chocolate Dream Pie
510 min.
10
411kcal

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Indulge in the rich and decadent delight of our Chocolate Dream Pie, a dessert that promises to elevate your dining experience to new heights! Ideal for special occasions or a cozy gathering with friends, this luscious pie encapsulates the essence of chocolate in every bite. Imagine a creamy, velvety chocolate filling made with semisweet chocolate chips and tangy cream cheese, all nestled within a buttery, flaky pie crust.

What sets this dessert apart is its wonderful balance of sweetness and depth, achieved through a perfect blend of sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks. The whipped cream adds an airy lightness, making each slice not just a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes. Topped with a generous swirl of whipped cream, the pie looks as delightful as it tastes, making it a show-stopping centerpiece for any dessert table.

With a preparation time of just over 8 hours, this pie may seem like a labor of love, but the wait is well worth it. Whether you enjoy it on a warm summer evening or during a holiday feast, each and every slice offers a moment of joy and bliss. Dive into this Chocolate Dream Pie for a sweet escape that will leave you and your guests dreaming of seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup cornstarch 
  • ounce cream cheese cubed softened
  •  egg yolks lightly beaten
  • cup milk 
  •  pillsbury pie crust refrigerated softened
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • cup semi chocolate chips 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 1.5 cups whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. This European-style tart is easily shaped on a cookie sheet and has an extra-cinnamony aroma while it bakes. Enjoy it warm from the oven.
  2. In 2-quart saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and salt. Gradually stir in milk until well blended.
  3. Add chocolate chips and egg yolks; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened.
  4. Remove from heat. Beat in cream cheese with wire whisk until smooth. Cover surface with plastic wrap; refrigerate just until cool, about 1 hour.
  5. In large bowl with electric mixer, beat whipping cream and vanilla on high speed until soft peaks form. Reserve 1 cup whipped cream for topping. Fold remaining whipped cream into cooled chocolate mixture. Spoon evenly into cooled baked shell. Refrigerate 6 to 8 hours or overnight. Spoon or pipe reserved whipped cream over filling. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories411kcal
Protein4.9%
Fat62.85%
Carbs32.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.51
Glycemic Load
7.54
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
7.2004347365835%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:411.13kcal
20.56%
Fat:28.91g
44.48%
Saturated Fat:16.08g
100.5%
Carbohydrates:33.38g
11.13%
Net Carbohydrates:31.49g
11.45%
Sugar:19.19g
21.33%
Cholesterol:91.82mg
30.61%
Sodium:148.17mg
6.44%
Alcohol:0.14g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Caffeine:15.48mg
5.16%
Protein:5.07g
10.13%
Manganese:0.32mg
16.05%
Vitamin A:739.62IU
14.79%
Phosphorus:127.97mg
12.8%
Copper:0.25mg
12.42%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.55%
Magnesium:40.75mg
10.19%
Selenium:6.91µg
9.88%
Iron:1.74mg
9.69%
Calcium:81.08mg
8.11%
Fiber:1.89g
7.58%
Vitamin D:1.03µg
6.89%
Potassium:205.11mg
5.86%
Zinc:0.87mg
5.79%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.44%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.17%
Folate:19.35µg
4.84%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.61%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.61%
Vitamin K:3.96µg
3.77%
Vitamin B3:0.67mg
3.34%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.97%
Source:Allrecipes