Healthy Chocolate Pie

This rich and creamy chocolate pie is the perfect no-bake dessert! Naturally sweetened and allergy-friendly, this sweet treat will have everyone scrambling for seconds!

When you spend a lot of time in the kitchen, sometimes it’s nice to make something EASY for a change, am I right?

But you still want a delicious dessert that has great flavor, simple, healthy ingredients, and looks fancy. Is that possible?

This No Bake Cheesecake fits the bill, and so do Crock Pot Poached Pears. But what about a CHOCOLATE dessert recipe?

The answer is this delicious chocolate pie!

I made this for my family, and EVERY SINGLE PERSON (me included) was scrambling for seconds. When the pie was gone, there were groans that someone else had taken the last piece!

HEALTHY CHOCOLATE PIE RECIPE

Aside from the fact that this chocolate pie recipe is so good that your family and guests will also be fighting over the last piece, this healthy dessert is also:

• Dairy-free, egg-free, and easily gluten-free
• Naturally sweetened
• Velvety smooth and silky texture
• Rich and creamy
• Raw and vegan (no tofu!)
• Ready in about 15 minutes without refrigeration
• And tastes just like Grandma’s chocolate pudding pie!

This chocolate pie has become a new family favorite, and I know it will be yours too!

CHOCOLATE FILLING FOR PIE

This pie is a spin-off of my creamy Avocado Chocolate Mousse.

And before you run away because I said AVOCADO, I promise you can’t even taste it.

• When my husband, who HATES avocados, tried a piece, he couldn’t even taste them (and asked for another piece).
• My daughter also claims to hate avocados, and she asked for another piece too.
• When my son, who only likes avocados in guacamole, had a piece, he also asked for more!

Do you see the common trend here? You can’t taste the avocados in this chocolate filling for pie, I promise. The flavor completely disappears, resulting in a rich and creamy chocolate pie that won’t leave you feeling guilty if you have an extra serving.

CHOCOLATE CHOCOLATE PIE INGREDIENTS

Here’s what you need to make this better than old fashioned chocolate pie recipe:

• Pie Crust. I used this simple Homemade Pie Crust Recipe, which does require a few minutes in the oven, BUT you can easily use a pre-made graham cracker crust or this Graham Cracker Crust Recipe and skip the baking completely.
• Avocados. They need to be ripe, so look for avocados that give way slightly but aren’t squishy when you squeeze gently.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder. Use what you have – natural cocoa, Dutch-processed cacao, unsweetened chocolate, and raw cacao all work.
• Almond Milk. Whole milk or coconut milk can be used as well.
• Maple Syrup + Vanilla Extract + Salt. All of these give the perfect sweetness and flavor to this pie.
• Dark Chocolate. Dark bittersweet chocolate gives you the rich chocolate flavor here and reduces the sugar content, but you can use semi-sweet chocolate chips if you’re in a pinch.

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HOW TO MAKE A CREAMY CHOCOLATE PIE

You’re not going to believe how fast this pie with chocolate pudding comes together…

Step 1. Make the pie shell. If you’re using this Homemade Pie Crust Recipe, get that in the oven to pre-bake. It won’t take long, and you can make the filling while you wait.

If you’re using a Graham Cracker Crust, go ahead and get it ready.

Step 2. Prepare the filling. Melt the chocolate and put it, along with all of the other filling ingredients, in a food processor. Process until it has a creamy texture.

Step 3. Fill the pie. When your crust is ready and cool, stir and then pour the filling mixture into the crust and smooth it with a spatula or the back of a spoon.

Step 4. Chill (optional). This filling is super thick, unlike a meringue pie, and you’ll be able to slice it right away. I personally like to let it chill for about an hour first. Garnish with chocolate shavings, flaked coconut, or fresh fruit.

Note: Store leftover chocolate pie in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days wrapped in plastic wrap or stored in an airtight container.

This chocolate cream pie is always a crowd favorite. You may want to make two for sharing with others (or so your loved ones can have seconds).

FRENCH SILK RECIPE FOR A CHOCOLATE PIE

The only difference between this creamy chocolate pie and French silk pie is that French silk pie has a layer of whipped cream on top.

Friends! Make Homemade Whipped Cream, and just like that, you have a delectable French chocolate silk pie! You can also garnish it with chocolate shavings.

Or make Homemade CHOCOLATE Whipped Cream, and you have a yummy chocolate chocolate pie.

MACRO-FRIENDLY CHOCOLATE PIE

Avocado chocolate mousse pie is a delicious way to get your healthy fats!

Fat is NOT the enemy!

But you want to remember 2 things:

1. Choose the right kind of fat. Avocado, butter, and olive oil are going to satiate you more than margarine and French fries.
2. Don’t go overboard. Healthy fats add great flavor! (Especially when paired with chocolate!) But you don’t need a large amount to enjoy the richness they add to your meals.

So, while you might be tempted to eat this entire pie yourself (guilty!), this is a great recipe to share with your family.

CHOCO PIE FAQS

MORE EASY NO-BAKE DESSERTS & RECIPES

• Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies
• No-Bake Brownie Bites
• Homemade Peanut Butter Cups Recipe
• No-Bake Cheesecake
• Blueberry Coconut Cream Pie
• Peanut Butter Fudge