Chocolate Meringue Pie
Chocolate meringue pie is a delightful and decadent dessert that combines a rich chocolate filling with a light and fluffy meringue topping. This classic dessert is a favorite among many for its luscious texture and irresistible combination of flavors. With its smooth, velvety chocolate filling and billowy meringue, this pie is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
1 9-inch pie
Ingredients
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 2
Melt butter in a cast iron skillet over medium-low heat.
Step 3
Combine 1 cup sugar with cocoa and flour. Beat egg yolks with milk and add to the sugar mixture.
Step 4
Add sugar and egg mixture to the skillet with melted butter and cook gently, stirring constantly until thick. (Watch this mixture closely as it has a tendency to burn.) Add vanilla. Pour the mixture into the baked crust.
Step 5
Beat egg whites until soft peaks form; add remaining 1/4 cup sugar and beat until meringue is glossy and stiff peaks form. Spread beaten egg whites over the hot filling. Be sure whites touch the edges of the crust.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven until the meringue is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
339
Calories
16g
Fat
47g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Complement
The origins of chocolate meringue pie can be traced back to the United States, where it became a popular dessert in the mid-20th century. The pie is typically made with a buttery, flaky pie crust that is filled with a creamy chocolate custard, and then topped with a sweet, airy meringue. The pie is then baked until the meringue is lightly browned and the filling is set, creating a beautiful and delicious dessert. Whether served at a holiday gathering or a casual dinner party, chocolate meringue pie is always a crowd-pleaser and is a timeless treat that continues to be enjoyed by dessert lovers everywhere.
