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Chocolate Mocha Pie

Chocolate Mocha Pie

Indulge in this rich Chocolate Mocha Pie, a perfect blend of chocolate and espresso flavors, ideal for dessert lovers.
Prep Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 6 hours 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Electric Mixer
  • pie plate
  • baking sheet

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Pastry Dough Pie Crust

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp. kosher salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter very cold, cut into pieces
  • 0.5 cup ice-cold water

For the Chocolate Mocha Filling

  • all-purpose flour for work surface
  • 0.5 recipe Sweet Pastry Dough Pie Crust recipe above
  • cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 Tbsp. instant espresso powder
  • tsp. kosher salt
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream divided
  • 10 oz. semisweet chocolate chopped (about 1 ⅓ cups)
  • 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 6 to 8 dark chocolate-covered espresso beans

Instructions
 

Make the Pie Crust

  • Whisk together flour, salt, and sugar in a bowl. Cut in butter with two forks or a pastry blender until it is in pea-sized pieces. Stir in water just until combined.
  • Divide dough into two disks. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate until well chilled, 45 minutes to 1 hour.

Make the Filling

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 12-inch disk. Fit dough in the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie plate; trim to a 1-inch overhang. Turn overhang under and crimp. Freeze 15 minutes and up to 2 days.
  • Line pie crust with aluminum foil or parchment paper, and fill with pie weights, rice, or dried beans, pressing all the way to the edge. Place on a baking sheet. Bake 25 minutes.
  • Carefully remove foil and pie weights. Bake until golden brown, 17 to 20 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Combine granulated sugar, cornstarch, cocoa powder, espresso powder, and salt in a large pot. Whisk together egg yolks, milk, and 1 cup cream in a bowl.
  • Gradually whisk egg mixture into sugar mixture. Bring to boil over medium heat, whisking constantly. Boil for 1 minute.
  • Remove from heat. Stir in semisweet chocolate, butter, and vanilla until butter and chocolate are melted. Pour into prepared crust and place plastic wrap directly onto filling.
  • Chill until cold and mixture is set, at least 4 hours and up to 12 hours.

Finish and Garnish

  • Whisk together confectioners’ sugar and remaining cup cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until a stiff peak forms.
  • Transfer to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe whipped cream onto pie. Garnish with espresso beans and shaved dark chocolate.

Notes

This pie is a perfect Valentine's Day treat, with a rich chocolate flavor and a hint of espresso.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 800IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
Keyword chocolate, Chocolate Mocha Pie, dessert, mocha, Pie, Valentine's Day
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