Old Fashioned Chocolate Pie with Golden Meringue

Ingredients:

For the Chocolate Filling

• 1 baked pie crust (9-inch)
• 1/4 cup butter (1/2 stick)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 cups milk
• 3 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Meringue

• 3 large egg whites
• 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

Directions:

1. Bake the pie crust according to package or homemade recipe instructions. Set aside and allow it to cool completely.
2. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder, 1 cup sugar, flour, and milk until smooth.
3. Add the egg yolks and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a smooth, creamy filling, about 8–10 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Pour the hot chocolate filling into the prepared pie crust.
6. In a clean, dry mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
7. Gradually add the 1/2 cup sugar while beating, until stiff, glossy peaks form.
8. Spoon the meringue over the chocolate filling, spreading it all the way to the edges of the crust to seal.
9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–15 minutes, or until the meringue is lightly golden.
10. Remove from oven and allow the pie to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Prep & Cooking Time

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes

Yield & Nutrition

• Servings: 8
• Approximate Calories: 300 per serving

Tips for Success

• Make sure the bowl and beaters are completely clean and dry before whipping egg whites for best volume.
• Spread the meringue to the very edge of the crust to prevent shrinking or weeping.
• Allow the pie to cool at room temperature; refrigerating too soon may cause moisture to form on the meringue.
• Garnish with chocolate shavings or a light dusting of cocoa powder for an elegant finish.