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German Chocolate Pie Recipe

Indulge in this decadent German Chocolate Pie recipe, inspired by the legendary Hammett House Restaurant in Claremore, Oklahoma! This rich and creamy pie features a flaky graham cracker crust, a luscious coconut-pecan filling infused with dark chocolate, and a dreamy chocolate whipped cream topping. A true taste of Southern comfort!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 808.1 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for German Chocolate Pie

  • 1 (9 inch) graham cracker pie crust
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 3 egg yolks, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup sweetened flaked coconut, divided (1/2 cup for pie, 1/2 cup for topping)
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped and toasted, divided (1/2 cup for pie, 1/2 cup for topping)
  • 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
  • 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup, plus extra for drizzling

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How to Make German Chocolate Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prebake the graham cracker crust according to package directions. Let cool completely.
  2. In a large saucepan, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
  3. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth.
  4. Whisk in the egg yolks.
  5. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil (5-7 minutes).
  6. Reduce heat to low and continue whisking for 1 minute until very thick and smooth.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the melted butter, vanilla extract, and chocolate chips until melted and the filling is smooth.
  8. Stir in the coconut and pecans.
  9. Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust.
  10. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the filling to prevent a skin from forming.
  11. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight.
  12. Before serving, make the whipped topping: In a chilled bowl, beat the heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
  13. Add the chocolate syrup and continue beating until stiff peaks form but avoid over-beating.
  14. Gently fold in the remaining toasted pecans and coconut.
  15. Spread the whipped topping evenly over the chilled pie, mounding slightly in the center.
  16. Drizzle with extra chocolate syrup, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

228g

Fat

128g

Carbs

26g

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