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Chocolate Icebox Pie Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Chocolate Icebox Pie! A creamy, dreamy chocolate filling nestled in a flaky crust, topped with fluffy whipped cream and crunchy pecans. This no-bake pie (except for a quick stovetop step) requires 8 hours chilling time to achieve its perfect texture – make it ahead of time for effortless dessert perfection. Adapted from Southern Living Annual Recipes 2005.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 38 mins
Calories 640.6 kcal
Protein 20g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Chocolate Icebox Pie

  • 2 cups Milk
  • 12 ounces Semisweet Chocolate Morsels
  • 1/4 cup Cold Water
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch
  • 1 (14-ounce) can Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted Butter
  • 1 (9-inch) Chocolate Crumb Pie Crust
  • 2 cups heavy Whipping Cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated Sugar
  • Generously sprinkled Chopped Pecans, for garnish
  • Chopped Milk Chocolate Candy Bars, for garnish

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How to Make Chocolate Icebox Pie

  1. Heat 2 cups of milk in a 3-quart saucepan over medium heat until it begins to bubble around the edges.
  2. Remove from heat and whisk in 12 ounces of chocolate morsels until completely melted and smooth.
  3. Let the chocolate mixture cool slightly (about 5-10 minutes).
  4. In a separate bowl, stir together 1/4 cup cold water and 1/4 cup cornstarch until completely dissolved and no lumps remain.
  5. Whisk the cornstarch mixture, 1 (14-ounce) can of sweetened condensed milk, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the cooled chocolate mixture. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, whisking constantly to prevent scorching.
  7. Boil for exactly 1 minute, or until the mixture thickens significantly and becomes smooth. Do not overcook!
  8. Remove from heat and immediately whisk in 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) of unsalted butter until melted and incorporated.
  9. Pour the chocolate filling into your prepared pie crust.
  10. Cover the pie completely and chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight.
  11. In a separate bowl, beat 2 cups of heavy whipping cream with an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.
  12. Gradually add 1/2 cup of granulated sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.
  13. Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chilled chocolate pie filling.
  14. Sprinkle generously with chopped pecans and your favorite chopped candy bar pieces (e.g., chocolate bar, Heath bar).
  15. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

198g

Fat

93g

Carbs

21g

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