Indulgent Hot Cocoa Pie: Cozy Up with Every Slice

This Hot Cocoa Pie is a delightful twist on the classic winter beverage, featuring a crunchy chocolate shortbread crust and a silky filling.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 30

Chilling Time 2

Total Time 3

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Shortbread Crust

1 cup Chocolate Bar High-quality
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
1 cup All-Purpose Flour
1/4 teaspoon Salt Pinch

For the Chocolate Filling

8 ounces Milk Chocolate Avoid Hershey's
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
3 large Eggs Large
1/4 cup Cocoa Powder Sifted
1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Optional

For the Meringue Topping

3 large Egg Whites At room temperature
1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
1/4 teaspoon Cream of Tartar Optional

For the Final Touch

1 cup Marshmallows Or Marshmallow Fluff

Equipment

Food Processor
Pie Plate
Double Boiler
Electric mixer

Method

Making the Pie

Blend together chocolate bar, unsalted butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and salt until crumbly. Chill for 30 mins to 2 hours.
Melt butter and milk chocolate over a double boiler, whisk in sugar, eggs, and sifted cocoa until smooth.
Preheat oven to 375°F. Pour filling into crust, bake for 25-30 minutes until set with a jiggle.
Whisk egg whites and sugar over double boiler until dissolved, then beat until fluffy and glossy.
Spread meringue over filling, broil for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a seasonal twist, consider adding a dash of cinnamon or peppermint!

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