No-Bake German Chocolate Pie
A rich and creamy no-bake pie filled with chocolate, coconut, and pecans, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
Crust
- 1 9 inch pre-baked chocolate pie crust Make it from scratch or use store-bought.
Filling
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use good quality butter for a rich filling.
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar Adjust sweetness to taste.
- 3 large eggs Add eggs one at a time for better mixing.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Don't skimp for best flavor.
- 0.5 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Essential for rich chocolate flavor.
- 0.25 teaspoon salt Enhances chocolate flavor.
- 0.25 cup milk Use for a smooth filling.
- 1 cup chopped pecans Can substitute with walnuts.
- 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut Adds texture and sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time and then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, salt, and milk until smooth.
- Gradually add the cocoa mixture into the butter mixture, blending until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans and shredded coconut.
- Pour the filling into the pre-baked chocolate pie crust.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
Serving
- Once set, slice the pie and serve cold.
Notes
For best results, use fresh ingredients and don’t skip the chilling time. Experiment with toppings like whipped cream or chocolate shavings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22g
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