Description

This Chocolate Meringue Pie brings together a rich chocolate filling and a light, fluffy meringue topping, perfect for any sweet tooth. With simple prep and mouthwatering flavors, it’s an ideal dessert for gatherings or a comforting treat at home.

Ingredients

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1 pie crust
1 cup granulated sugar
⅓ cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
¼ tsp salt
2 ¾ cups whole milk
4 large egg yolks
6 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
4 large egg whites
¼ tsp salt
½ tsp cream of tartar
2/3 cup granulated sugar
½ tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Roll out the pie dough and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, trimming and crimping the edges as desired. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes or in the freezer for 15 to prevent shrinking.
Using a fork, prick the base of the crust all over to prevent puffing. Line the crust with parchment paper or foil, ensuring it covers the bottom and sides. Fill with pie weights, dried beans, or sugar.
Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes.
Carefully lift out the parchment and weights, then return the crust to the oven. Bake uncovered for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the bottom looks dry and lightly golden brown. Cool completely before adding the filling.

Notes

Make sure to reserve the egg whites for the meringue topping.
Allow the pie crust to cool completely before adding the chocolate filling to ensure proper layering.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 320
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 70mg