Chocolate Meringue Pie
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Chocolate Meringue Pie is a timeless dessert with a silky, rich chocolate filling and a fluffy cloud of golden, toasted meringue on top. It’s old-fashioned in the best way — nostalgic, elegant, and irresistibly delicious. Each slice delivers deep cocoa flavor complemented by the light sweetness of meringue, making it perfect for holidays or special gatherings.
This pie looks impressive but comes together with simple ingredients and classic techniques. Whether you’re carrying on a family tradition or starting a new one, Chocolate Meringue Pie is a dessert that feels homemade, comforting, and wonderfully indulgent.
Nanny’s Chocolate Meringue Pie
This was my grandmother's recipe and she would make it every Thanksgiving and Christmas. Has always been one of my favorite pies!
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 3 lrg egg yolks
- 3 lrg egg whites
- 1 12 oz can evaporated milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 9-inch pie crust, unbaked
- 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Combine granulated sugar, cocoa powder and egg yolks in medium saucepan.
- Add evaporated milk enough to make a paste. Slowly add whole milk.
- Heat over low heat, stirring constantly until thick.
- Add vanilla extract and pour into pie crust.
- Beat egg whites until milky; add cream of tartar and powdered sugar. Beat until stiff peaks form.
- Cover top of pie with meringue and brown in 350° oven until just browned.
