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Dark Chocolate Chess Pie

Decadent Dark Chocolate Chess Pie for Ultimate Satisfaction

Experience the ultimate satisfaction with this rich and fudgy Dark Chocolate Chess Pie, combining a flaky crust and indulgent filling.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Opt for unbleached for richer flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt Use fine salt for even distribution.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it’s cold and cubed.
  • 1 tbsp Granulated Sugar Adjust to match your sweetness preference.
  • 2-4 tbsp Ice Cold Water Add just as needed to bind the dough.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Cube it for even melting.
  • 8 oz Dark Chocolate (70% Cacao) Avoid chocolate chips for best results.
  • 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar Adds moisture and richness.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (Filling) Feel free to adjust to your taste.
  • 1/2 cup Dutch-Process Cocoa Powder Intensifies chocolate flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch Crucial for helping it set properly.
  • 1/4 tsp Sea Salt (Filling) A tiny pinch enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Adds richness and smoothness.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Choose pure extract for the best results.
  • 3 Large Eggs Ensure they’re at room temperature.

Equipment

  • food processor
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • 9-inch pie plate
  • Rolling Pin
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Prepare the Pie Crust
  1. Grease a 9-inch pie plate. In a food processor, pulse together all-purpose flour, sea salt, and granulated sugar until combined. Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice-cold water until the dough just starts to clump together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
Roll Out and Blind Bake
  1. Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface into an 11-inch circle. Transfer it to the greased pie plate, trimming excess dough and crimping the edges. Chill the crust again for about 20 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F, line the crust with parchment paper, fill with pie weights, and blind bake for 15 minutes. Remove the weights and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Make the Filling
  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, microwave the cubed unsalted butter and dark chocolate until smooth. In a separate bowl, whisk together dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, Dutch-process cocoa powder, cornstarch, and sea salt. Incorporate heavy cream, pure vanilla extract, and room temperature eggs, then stir in the melted chocolate.
Bake the Pie
  1. Lower oven temperature to 325°F and pour the filling into the pre-baked crust. Bake for 50-55 minutes until edges are set but the center remains slightly wobbly. Cover the edges with foil if they brown too quickly.
Cool
  1. Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool to room temperature on a wire rack for about 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 8IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, ensure your eggs are at room temperature and watch the crust closely during the last minutes of baking to prevent over-browning.

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