GERMAN CHOCOLATE PIE
Rich and creamy German Chocolate Pie with a buttery crust, chocolate filling, and sweet coconut-pecan topping. Perfect dessert for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
For the Filling:
- 8 oz semisweet chocolate chopped
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
For the Topping:
- ¾ cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
Instructions
Prepare Crust:
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch pie dish. Chill while preparing filling.
Make Filling:
- Heat cream and condensed milk until warm. Remove from heat, stir in chocolate until smooth. Pour over crust and chill 1–2 hours.
Prepare Topping:
- In a small pan, melt butter with brown sugar. Stir in coconut and pecans. Let cool slightly before spreading over chilled chocolate filling.
Assemble Pie:
- Spread topping evenly over chocolate filling. Chill until set, about 1 hour.
Serve:
- Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Pie can be prepared a day in advance.
- Variations: Add chocolate chips to filling for extra richness.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve chilled for best flavor.
- Allergy-Friendly: Use dairy-free cream for lactose-free version.
- Storage Tips: Store in refrigerator up to 3 days. Do not freeze.