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No-Bake Chocolate Pie

This no-bake chocolate pie features a crunchy graham cracker crust filled with a silky, rich chocolate mixture. The dessert is assembled without oven use, relying on chilling to set the filling, resulting in a creamy yet firm texture with contrasting crunch from the crust. It has a smooth, glossy chocolate surface and a decadent, satisfying bite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 4 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs about 10-12 crackers crushed finely
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate dark chocolate chopped into pieces
  • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • 9-inch pie dish
  • Spatula
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar in a mixing bowl until evenly mixed.
  2. Pour the melted butter into the crumb mixture and stir with a spatula until all the crumbs are coated and the mixture clumps together.
  3. Press the crumb mixture evenly into a 9-inch pie dish, using the back of a spoon or your fingers to create a firm, level crust. Chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to firm up.
  4. Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer, with tiny bubbles forming around the edges.
  5. Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl and pour the hot cream over it. Let sit for 1-2 minutes to soften the chocolate.
  6. Stir gently with a spatula until the mixture is smooth, glossy, and completely combined. Stir in the vanilla extract for added flavor.
  7. Pour the chocolate filling into the chilled crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula to create a smooth top surface.
  8. Place the pie in the refrigerator and chill for at least 4 hours, or until the filling sets and becomes firm.
  9. Once set, remove the pie from the fridge and optionally decorate with chocolate shavings or whipped cream before serving.

Notes

Ensure the chocolate is fully melted and smooth before pouring to avoid lumps. Chilling time is essential for the filling to set properly.