my family cocoa cream pie
Can't say where I first came across this but it's been made by me for, well longer than I care to admit and I'm older than I care to admit. That said, it's a keeper! It's cocoa...rich, dark, silky cocoa--'nuf said! I can't remember where I found it, or when I first made it but I've made it for half a century so I reckon it's mine to share at this point. Dig in, it's not a sin...just plain good!
prep time
40 Min
cook time
method
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yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 - 9" baked pastry shell or graham cracker pie shell
- 1/2 cup cocoa (dark or dutch)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups half and half
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
- - whipped cream
How To Make my family cocoa cream pie
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Step 1This is a delightfully easy pie to construct. Use a store bought crumb crust for the easiest way. I make my own and I'm sure you must have a delightful family crust recipe. If not, use a baked pastry shell and save yourself some clean up. -
Step 2Combine coca, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a saute pan. When thoroughly combined, stir half and half into it and blend until combined. NOTE: originally had heavy cream and skim milk but tested with all half and half and it is just as good and easier to use!
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Step 3Set over medium high heat and stir continually until mixture comes to a low controlled simmering boil. Let it low boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat. Stir in butter and vanilla and pour into prepared crust.
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Step 4Cover filling with plastic (like Saran) and cool for a while before putting in refrigerator. When thoroughly chilled, Cut and serve with whipped cream.
- Last Step: Don't forget to share! Post a picture of your finished recipe here and on your favorite social network. Don't forget to tag Just A Pinch and include #justapinchrecipes!
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