Chocolate Meringue Pie
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
Making a chocolate meringue pie at home is easier than you might think, and this recipe proves it. With just 35 minutes of baking time, you'll have a stunning dessert that looks bakery quality but comes together quickly in your own kitchen. The star here is quality cocoa powder, which contains powerful antioxidants that make indulging in chocolate a little bit better for you. This recipe keeps costs down by using simple pantry staples, and the meringue topping adds that elegant touch without any fussy techniques. Trust me, your family will be amazed.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 150 gunsalted butter
- 400 ggranulated sugar
- 3large eggs
- 100 gunsweetened cocoa powder
- 25 gbaking powder
- 10 gsalt
- 150 mlheavy cream
- 100 mlwhole milk
- 10 mlvanilla extract
- 100 gconfectioners' sugar
- 250 gunsalted chocolate chips
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Tip: Make sure to sift the flour to remove any lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer to save time and effort.
- 4
Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl during this step.
- 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder and hot water until smooth.
Tip: Make sure to whisk until the powder is fully dissolved.
- 6
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 7
Pour the mixture into a greased pie dish and smooth the top.
Tip: Make sure to get the edges even.
- 8
Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
Tip: Don't open the oven door during this time!
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