Mexican Frozen Hot Chocolate Pie Recipe

This Mexican Frozen Hot Chocolate Pie recipe is a crowd-pleaser! Inspired by a Woman's World magazine recipe, this decadent dessert features a subtly spicy kick from a hint of cayenne pepper – trust us, it's surprisingly delicious! The creamy chocolate filling is intensely rich and perfectly chilled, making it the ideal summer treat. Skip the cayenne if you prefer, but be warned – the subtle heat is what makes it truly unique. Prepare to be amazed by this frozen masterpiece!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 466.1 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mexican Frozen Hot Chocolate Pie

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How to Make Mexican Frozen Hot Chocolate Pie

  1. Place beaters and mixing bowl in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to chill.
  2. Melt 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave until smooth.
  3. Let the melted chocolate cool slightly.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 (14-ounce) can of sweetened condensed milk and 1 cup of whole milk.
  5. Whisk in the cooled melted chocolate until smooth and well combined.
  6. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional).
  7. Remove the chilled bowl and beaters from the freezer.
  8. In the chilled bowl, beat 2 cups of heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  9. Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the whipped cream until just combined.
  10. Transfer 3 cups of the chocolate mixture to a separate freezer-proof bowl. Cover and set aside.
  11. Pour the remaining chocolate mixture into your prepared pie crust.
  12. Freeze both the pie and the reserved chocolate mixture for 2 hours.
  13. After 2 hours, top the pie with the reserved chocolate mixture.
  14. Freeze overnight (at least 8 hours) to allow the pie to fully set.
  15. Before serving, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

141g

Fat

85g

Carbs

14g