Chocolate Chess Pie

Prep time: PT15M

Cook time: PT45M

Total time: PT60M

Rating

4.98 stars (136 reviews)

chess, chocolate, coconut pie, easy, recipe, southern

Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, sugar, and corn starch. Add in the beaten eggs, melted butter, milk, and vanilla. Stir well to combine.
Pour the mixture into the unbaked pie shell being cautious not to over-fill. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a crust has formed completely across the top of the pie and is mostly set. There will still be some jiggle to the pie. Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving. This will allow it to set even more. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Jacquelyn on 2026-04-04 (5 stars):
This pie is perfect! Tastes just like my mother's. I wish she was still with us to see that I was able to make it and it tastes like hers. Recipes sure bring back happy memories. Should this pie be stored in the refrigerator? Thank you so much for so many recipes that are just what I grew up eating in South Georgia!
Mary on 2026-04-03 (5 stars):
This is soooooo good! I'm making it again for Easter dinner. (And thanks gor the clarification.)
Ed K. on 2026-03-26 (5 stars):
Found your recipe containing the evaporated milk. That made a big difference in the taste.
Nicole on 2026-02-23 (5 stars):
Delicious and satisfying when I’m craving chocolate. Ridiculously easy to make. I’ve made it twice now and was a hit both times. A new favorite! Thanks for posting it!
Aileen on 2026-02-10 (5 stars):
Stacey, I love this chocolate chess pie so much. In fact, I was thinking of making it again this weekend. It’s chocolatey and rich but not over the top, imo.
Kay Auman on 2026-01-10 (5 stars):
My entire family feel in love with this pie!! There wasn’t a bite left. Thank you for such a wonderful recipe!
LCJNC on 2025-12-25 (5 stars):
Loved this recipe. I did use a Graham cracker crust, Fresh cream in place of the evaporated milk & added 1/4 tsp kosher salt. I made whip cream & my family loved...loved...loved..this. Eat your heart out Angus Barn (LOL)...MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄 ...