"A hidden layer of bittersweet chocolate coats the crumb crust, semisweet imparts a silken smoothness to the customary custard, and a drizzle of milk chocolate on top teases the eye -- and the appetite...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups finely ground graham cracker crumbs (about 16 crackers)
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3 ounces (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
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1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons packed light-brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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3 ounces bittersweet chocolate (preferably 61 percent cacao), finely chopped
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6 ounces semisweet chocolate (preferably 55 percent cacao), chopped
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2 ounces (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
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1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
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1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
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3/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
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3 large eggs
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
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3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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Ground cloves
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1 ounce milk chocolate, melted