This Old-Fashioned Chocolate Cream Pie is a rich, velvety dessert topped with a fluffy meringue that’s golden and lightly sweetened. Perfect for nostalgic moments or a classic family gathering!

Ingredients:

For the Filling:

1 pre-baked pie crust
1/4 cup butter
1 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cocoa powder
2 cups milk
3 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Meringue:

3 egg whites
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 cup sugar

Instructions:

Prepare Pie Crust: Bake your pie crust according to package or recipe instructions. Allow it to cool completely.

Cook Chocolate Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine flour, cocoa, and sugar. Gradually whisk in milk, then add egg yolks, vanilla, and butter. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens.

Assemble: Pour the chocolate filling into the baked pie crust, smoothing the top.

Make Meringue: In a clean mixing bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar and beat until stiff peaks form. Spread the meringue over the chocolate filling, sealing it to the edges of the crust.

Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 10–15 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown.

Cool and Serve: Allow the pie to cool completely, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling time)
Total Time: 1 hour (including cooling and chilling)
Servings: 8