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Milk Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe

Learn how to make this homemade milk chocolate cream pie with a buttery graham cracker crust and silky-smooth chocolate filling. This easy baking recipe creates the best balance of rich chocolate flavor and light, creamy texture – perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a foolproof dessert that impresses every time.
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Serves:
1 pie (8 slices)
An overhead shot of a perfectly sliced milk chocolate cream pie, revealing its three distinct layers - the golden graham cracker crust, smooth milk chocolate filling, and cloud-like whipped cream topping adorned with chocolate curls. The pie is set on a vintage white ceramic cake stand against a light blue linen, with scattered cacao beans and a small pitcher of cream in soft focus in the background. Natural window light casts gentle shadows that highlight the silky texture of the chocolate filling and the delicate peaks of the whipped cream.

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Graham Cracker Crust:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200g graham crackers (or digestive biscuits)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">80g unsalted butter, melted</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">50g granulated sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/4 tsp salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Chocolate Filling:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">300g high-quality milk chocolate, chopped</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">600ml whole milk</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">120g granulated sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">40g cornstarch</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1/4 tsp salt</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">4 large egg yolks</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">30g unsalted butter</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">2 tsp vanilla extract</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">For the Whipped Cream Topping:</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">300ml heavy cream, cold</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">25g powdered sugar</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tsp vanilla extract</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Milk chocolate shavings, for garnish</li></ul>

Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">23cm (9-inch) pie dish</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Food processor</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Heavy-bottomed saucepan</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Whisk</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Fine-mesh sieve</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Stand mixer with whisk attachment (or hand mixer)</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Begin with the crust. Preheat your oven to 180°C. In a food processor, pulse graham crackers until they form fine crumbs. Pour into a mixing bowl and stir in melted butter, sugar, and salt until the mixture resembles wet sand. The butter acts as the binding agent, while the sugar helps caramelize the crust for extra flavor and structure.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Press the graham cracker mixture firmly into your pie dish, creating an even layer on the bottom and up the sides. Use the flat bottom of a measuring cup to compact the crust – this prevents a crumbly texture after baking. Bake for 10-12 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Cool completely on a wire rack before filling.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>For the chocolate filling, place your chopped chocolate in a large heatproof bowl and set aside. The small pieces will ensure quick, even melting when the hot custard is added later. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, whisk together 500ml of the milk and 60g of the sugar. Heat over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>While the milk heats, whisk together the remaining milk (100ml), remaining sugar (60g), cornstarch, salt, and egg yolks in a separate bowl until smooth. This slurry technique prevents lumps from forming in your custard. When the milk mixture is hot, slowly ladle about 120ml into the egg mixture while whisking constantly to temper the eggs – this gradually raises their temperature without scrambling them.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining hot milk, whisking constantly. Cook over medium heat, whisking continuously, until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble in the center, about 5-7 minutes. You'll feel resistance against your whisk as the cornstarch activates and thickens the custard.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Once thickened (it should coat the back of a spoon), remove from heat and immediately pour through a fine-mesh sieve over the chopped chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes to melt the chocolate, then whisk until completely smooth. Add the butter and vanilla extract, whisking until incorporated. The butter enriches the filling while adding a beautiful glossy sheen.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Pour the chocolate filling into your cooled graham cracker crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Press a piece of plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the filling (this prevents a skin from forming) and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight. Patience is key here – proper setting time creates that perfect sliceable consistency.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>About 30 minutes before serving, prepare the whipped cream topping. In a chilled bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine the cold heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla. Beat on medium speed until soft peaks form, then increase to medium-high until stiff peaks form. The cold bowl and cream are essential – they help the cream whip up faster and hold its shape longer.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 9</h4>Remove the plastic wrap from the chilled pie and top with the whipped cream, creating decorative swirls with an offset spatula or piping in rosettes with a piping bag. Garnish with chocolate shavings. For best results, return to the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to allow the whipped cream to firm up slightly before serving.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 10</h4>To serve, slice with a sharp knife dipped in hot water and wiped clean between cuts for pristine slices. If the pie has been refrigerated overnight, let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to fully bloom. The pie will keep, covered in the refrigerator, for up to 3 days, though the crust may soften slightly over time.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Milk Chocolate Cream Pie?

This indulgent dessert requires graham crackers, butter, and sugar for the crust; high-quality milk chocolate, whole milk, cornstarch, egg yolks, and vanilla for the filling; plus heavy cream, powdered sugar, and chocolate shavings for the topping.

How to cook Milk Chocolate Cream Pie at home?

Learn how to cook Milk Chocolate Cream Pie by first creating a buttery graham cracker crust, then preparing a silky chocolate custard filling that's chilled until set. The most crucial technique is properly tempering the eggs and cooking the custard until perfectly thickened before adding the chocolate, ensuring a smooth, lump-free filling.

Why did my chocolate filling develop lumps and how can I prevent this?

Lumps typically form when eggs cook too quickly or cornstarch isn't fully dissolved. Prevent lumps by whisking constantly, tempering eggs properly by slowly adding hot milk, straining the final mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, and ensuring your cornstarch is fully dissolved in cold liquid before heating.

Can I use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate for a richer flavour?

Yes, dark chocolate works beautifully for a more intense, less sweet pie. When substituting, reduce the sugar in the filling by about 25% (to approximately 90g) to balance the natural bitterness. For the best results, choose a dark chocolate with 60-70% cocoa content rather than an extremely bitter variety.

How far in advance can I make this chocolate cream pie?

You can prepare the entire pie up to 2 days ahead, though it's best to add the whipped cream topping no more than 24 hours before serving. The crust and filling can be made 3-4 days in advance separately (keep the filling covered with plastic wrap directly on its surface to prevent skin formation).

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