Name: German Chocolate Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pie crust (9-inch), pre-baked; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup granulated sugar; 3 large eggs; 1 cup evaporated milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped or chips; 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut; 1 cup chopped pecans; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping); 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for topping); 1/2 cup evaporated milk (for topping); 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)

Description

This German Chocolate Pie recipe features a rich bittersweet chocolate custard and a gooey coconut-pecan topping in a flaky pie crust. It’s the ultimate holiday dessert or weekend treat—easy to make, decadently delicious, and perfect for chocolate and pie lovers alike.

Ingredients

1 pie crust (9-inch), pre-baked

4 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 cup granulated sugar

3 large eggs

1 cup evaporated milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped or chips

1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

1 cup chopped pecans

3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)

1/3 cup granulated sugar (for topping)

1/2 cup evaporated milk (for topping)

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)

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Instructions

1. Pre-bake the pie crust according to the package or recipe and let it cool completely.

2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 4 tablespoons of butter and the bittersweet chocolate. Stir until smooth, then remove from heat.

3. Whisk in 1 cup sugar, evaporated milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined.

4. Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled crust and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes, until the center is just set. Let cool.

5. For the topping, melt 3 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan. Add 1/3 cup sugar and 1/2 cup evaporated milk, bringing it to a gentle simmer.

6. Stir in shredded coconut, chopped pecans, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Cook until slightly thickened.

7. Spread the topping evenly over the baked chocolate pie.

8. Chill the pie in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving to help it slice cleanly.

9. Serve chilled or slightly warmed. Enjoy!

Notes

This pie is best served after chilling for a clean cut.

You can toast the coconut or pecans before adding for more depth of flavor.

Dark chocolate chips can be swapped for chopped bars if needed.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 540
Sugar: 34g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 34g
Saturated Fat: 16g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 90mg