Chocolate Chess Pie (MRS)

By hmp13

This rich pie is creamy on the inside and crusty on the outside – a treat for those who love chocolate, as well as for those who love interesting contrasts in texture. Serve cold for the best flavor.

Ingredients

• 1/2 recipe plain pie pastry or vinegar pie crust
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 3 1/2 tablespoons cocoa
• Pinch of salt
• 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350. Line a 9 inch pie plate with the rolled out crust.

Mix the sugar, cocoa and salt together, then blend in the milk, eggs, butter and vanilla. Pour the filling into the crust.

Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until almost completely set. The filling should wobble very slightly in the center when the pan is jiggled. Cool to room temperature on a wire rack, then chill in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours or overnight before slicing. Serve chilled.