Why isn't my chocolate pie thickening?

Why Is My Chocolate Pie Runny? If your filing didn't set, it probably means that you didn't cook the filling long enough . Cornstarch needs to be heated in order to activate its thickening properties.

How were the first pies different from the pie's we eat today?

Alas, these pies' crusts were nothing like the layers of flaky, buttery stuff that are the main point of eating pie today . Medieval pie crust was purely functional, a tough vessel that had to be cracked open in order to scoop out the delicious crow therein. Fittingly, it was known as a “cofyn.”

What causes a chocolate pie to be runny?

If your chocolate pie is runny, it's likely the filling wasn't cooked long enough to coagulate . Bring the filling to a simmer until a few bubbles burst on the surface and it reaches about 160 degrees.

Is cornstarch or flour better for thickening pie?

Flour as Pie Filling Thickener Teaspoon for teaspoon, you will need to use about twice as much flour as you would cornstarch or tapioca to achieve the same thickening effects . Adding too much flour to your pie filling will turn it cloudy and pasty, with a distinctly floury taste.

Why were pies called coffins?

A coffin or coffyn referred to a container made of pastry, a precursor of the modern pie crust, and food was served in the coffin it had been cooked in . The first printed use of the word coffin as a box for a corpse appeared later, in the 16th century. Historians trace pies back to ancient times.

What is the oldest pie in the world?

The Ancient Egyptians were the first to invent a dish close to what we know as a pie today. They had a honey filling covered in a crusty cake made from oats, wheat, rye or barley. A recipe for chicken pie was also discovered on a tablet carved prior to 2000 BC.

What is the American's favorite pie?

Apple Pie There's something about a slice of old-fashioned apple pie (with ice cream, of course!).

Why didn't my pie filling thicken?

Maybe bring the filling to a boil before you fill it in the pie , because starch/semonila might need 3 seconds of boiling to unfold their binding features. Add a bit of flour (1-2 T), and make sure you cook it long enough. Flour needs to be heated before it will thicken (think about making a roux).

What to do if your pie is too runny?

Cornstarch: Mix with cold water, add to filling, and cook until thick. Flour: Stir a few tablespoons into the filling. Tapioca: Use instant tapioca as a thickener. Reduce Liquid: Cook the filling on the stovetop to evaporate excess liquid. Sep 25, 2022

Why is my chocolate sauce not thickening?

If you would like to thicken the consistency (this is pretty thin!) into a syrup consistency, add a small bit of water to 1.5 Tablespoons of cornstarch and add it in with the cocoa and salt. It should thicken up nicely.

Ultimate Double Chocolate Pie Recipe (Video)

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This Ultimate Double Chocolate Pie Recipe is like fudge in an Oreo shell – super chocolaty, rich, decadent, and SO yummy. Unapologetically addicting.

Chocolate Pie Recipe

I decided to bring this old Chocolate Pie Recipe back from the dark ages of my blog, reshoot it with step-by-step photos and share it with you BECAUSE this is the pie I made for my husband when I was crushing on him hardback in our college days. This is the very first thing I made for him that he tried and lemmetellyou, that was a good decision. At that very early stage in our relationship, I didn’t know how much of a chocoholic he was, but I’m almost positive it sealed my fate as his wife. Now, years later, we still are very much in love with each other…and this pie.

Main Ingredients Needed

I truly wish I came up with this pie on my own, but it’s a recipe that my Mom’s friend found in an old Homemaker’s magazine. It uses lots of common ingredients and comes together relatively quickly. You will need to let this set on the counter and then in the fridge, but once the waiting is over, you will be shocked at how good it is. Do not be deceived by the simple look that this pie has. You will have monumental results if used in the correct fashion. It worked wonders for me! So, here is my beloved pie recipe. Find someone you love to enjoy this with!

Oreo Crumbs and Melted Butter – you can always buy oreo cookie crumbs if you don’t want to make them yourself or just buy the store-bought crust, though homemade tastes 2 million times better. Just sayin’.
Egg Yolks – your pie will NOT set if you do not thicken the cream and egg mixture long enough. If you are unsure whether or not the mixture is thick enough, continue cooking for another 5 minutes ensuring the water in your double boiler is at a simmer. This should continue to thicken the mixture. (Even if your pie doesn’t set, it’s still ridiculously delicious!)
Heavy Cream –this helps create a silky smooth texture.
Granulated Sugar –to sweeten even more.
Salt –to balance out the sweet taste.
Vanilla Extract –for flavor.
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips – we use almost an entire full package here, so plan accordingly.
Whipped Cream –either get some store-bought kind or make Homemade Whipped Cream.

How to Make Chocolate Pie

Mix oreo crumbs and melted butter together until moist. Press into a 9-inch pie plate. Refrigerate while making the filling.

Leftovers

This Chocolate Pie Recipe is perfect for leftovers because it is best served cold! Which also means, it’s the perfect make-ahead recipe too!!! When saving for later, make sure to cover with plastic wrap to avoid the filling from drying out. By doing this, the pie should stay good for up to four days in your refrigerator.

Even More Chocolate Pie Recipes!

Double Chocolate Pie Recipe
Chocolate Dirt Pie Recipe
White Chocolate Cheesecake Pecan Pie Tarts
Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

As you can probably tell by these photos, this chocolate pie recipe is really decadent and rich which makes it *THE* perfect pie for Valentine’s Day. Print this one out and make it again and again. You won’t be sorry!

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Ultimate Double Chocolate Pie Recipe

This Ultimate Double Chocolate PieRecipe is like fudge in an Oreo shell - super chocolaty, rich, decadent, and SO yummy. Unapologetically addicting.

servings 8 servings

Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 6 hours hrs 50 minutes mins

Ingredients

for the crust-

▢ 2 cups OREO cookie crumbs
▢ 6 tablespoons melted butter

for the filling-

▢ 5 large egg yolks
▢ 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
▢ 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
▢ 1/8 teaspoons salt
▢ 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
▢ 10 oz. semi sweet chocolate chips almost an entire regular sized package
▢ whipped cream for garnish, if desired

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Instructions

Mix oreo crumbs and melted butter together until moist. Press into 9-inch pie plate. Refrigerate while making the filling.
Separate eggs. Lightly stir yolks and set aside.
Heat cream in a double boiler over simmering water until scalded. Stir in sugar and salt until dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stream some hot cream into yolks to temper. Stir tempered egg yolks into a double boiler with remaining cream. Cook over thedouble boiler, whisking occasionally until it starts to thicken and coat spoon, about 8 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and chocolate chips. Pour into prepared shell and cool to room temperature. Cover with plastic wrap directly on filling and refrigerate 4-6 hours to overnight until plastic wrap comes off clean and pie is completely set and chilled. Cut into pieces and serve with whipped cream.

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Notes

Your pie will NOT set if you do not thicken the cream and egg mixture long enough. If you are unsure whether or not the mixture is thick enough, continue cooking for another 5 minutes ensuring the water in your double boiler is at a simmer. This should continue to thicken the mixture. {Even if your pie doesn't set, it's still ridiculously delicious!}

*Taken from Homemaker's Magazine

Nutrition

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

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