Indulge in the ease and decadence of Quick Choco-Meringue Pie! This failproof recipe utilizes the microwave for a luscious chocolate filling crowned with a fluffy meringue topping. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings in a flash!
Here’s a revised version of the recipe for Chocolate Pie with Microwave Filling:
Ingredients for 1 Pie:
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3 heaping tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- Pinch of salt
- 4 egg yolks (keep egg whites at room temperature for the meringue)
- 12 ounces evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 stick of butter
- 1 baked 9-inch pie shell
For the Filling:
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, thoroughly mix the sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
- Add the evaporated milk and egg yolks to the dry ingredients. Whisk everything together until well combined.
- Microwave the mixture for 2 minutes on high. Then, whisk vigorously.
- Microwave in intervals of 1-2 minutes (microwave times may vary) until the mixture thickens. Stop to whisk in between intervals to ensure a smooth consistency.
- Once thickened, stir in the vanilla extract and butter until fully combined.
- Pour the filling into the pre-baked 9-inch pie shell.
For the Meringue Topping:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a clean bowl, whisk the room temperature egg whites with a pinch of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add 2 teaspoons of sugar at intervals while beating the egg whites until you’ve added a total of 8 teaspoons of sugar and stiff peaks form.
- Spread the meringue over the top of the pie, making sure to cover the filling completely.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven until the meringue turns golden brown.
Enjoy your delicious chocolate pie with a microwave filling and fluffy meringue topping!
