Orange Chocolate Pie
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
There's something magical about combining bright citrus with rich chocolate, and this pie is honestly one of my favorite shortcuts when I want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just 55 minutes from start to finish, which means you can have a stunning dessert on the table on a weeknight. Dark chocolate is packed with antioxidants that make indulging feel a little bit virtuous, and the fresh orange juice and zest bring such a beautiful natural brightness that cuts through all that decadent richness. This is the kind of recipe I keep coming back to because it's genuinely simple, uses ingredients most of us already have on hand, and tastes like you fussed way more than you actually did.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 120butter
- 200 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggegg
- 120 mlorange juice
- 50 gorange zest
- 150 gdark chocolate(chopped)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure accuracy.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add softened butter and mix until a crumbly mixture forms.
Tip: Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to work the butter into the dry ingredients.
- 3
Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a 23cm pie dish. Bake for 15 minutes, then set aside to cool.
Tip: Use a spatula to ensure an even crust.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk together egg, orange juice, and orange zest.
Tip: Use a whisk or a fork to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 5
Melt dark chocolate in a double boiler or in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.
Tip: Stir until smooth and glossy.
- 6
Pour the chocolate into the pie crust and smooth the top.
Tip: Use an offset spatula or a knife to achieve a smooth finish.
- 7
Pour the orange mixture over the chocolate layer.
Tip: Use a spatula to create a marbled effect.
- 8
Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
Tip: Use a thermometer to ensure the filling has reached 55°C (130°F).
- 9
Allow the pie to cool completely before serving.
Tip: Use a sharp knife to slice the pie and serve.
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