Description
Molten chocolate crackle pie showcases rich chocolate layers with delicate hazelnut cream. Rich chocolate and crisp pastry create an indulgent dessert perfect for special occasions that will delight you.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Base and Topping:
- 1 pie crust round (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
- Vanilla sugar or coarse sugar (for sprinkling, optional)
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups (340 grams) granulated sugar
- 10 tablespoons (142 grams) salted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (85 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips or chunks
Flavor Enhancers and Cream:
- 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon hazelnut liquor (optional)
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon real maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon hazelnut liquor (optional)
Instructions
- Position the oven rack in the lower third and heat to 375°F, preparing for a decadent chocolate pie experience.
- Carefully drape the pie crust into a deep 9-inch pie plate, delicately brushing the edges with beaten egg and optionally sprinkling with vanilla sugar for enhanced texture.
- Gently prick the crust bottom, line with parchment paper, and fill with pie weights. Freeze for 10-15 minutes to ensure structural integrity.
- Bake the weighted crust for 20 minutes, then remove weights and continue baking until golden, approximately 5 minutes. Lower oven temperature to 350°F.
- Whisk eggs and sugar until smooth, incorporating cocoa powder, instant coffee, and salt. Integrate melted butter, hazelnut liquor, and vanilla extract, then gently fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the rich chocolate mixture into the pre-baked crust, creating a luscious filling.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes until the top appears puffed yet maintains a slight wobble in the center, indicating perfect molten consistency.
- For the hazelnut whipped cream, whip heavy cream using an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Add maple syrup, hazelnut liquor, and vanilla, continuing to whip until light and fluffy.
- Allow the pie to cool slightly, serving warm with the aromatic hazelnut whipped cream, or refrigerate for a chilled dessert experience.
Notes
- Prevent Crust Shrinkage: Freeze the pie crust before baking to minimize shrinking and maintain its shape during the baking process.
- Control Chocolate Consistency: Use high-quality chocolate chips for a smoother, more luxurious molten texture that melts perfectly in the pie.
- Customize Flavor Profiles: Experiment with different liqueurs or extract combinations to create unique variations of the dessert.
- Dietary Adaptations: Substitute gluten-free pie crust and dairy-free chocolate chips for those with dietary restrictions, ensuring everyone can enjoy this decadent treat.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 432
- Sugar: 34 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 47 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 126 mg