Description

This Hot Chocolate Icebox Pie is a smooth and velvety chocolate cream pie with a buttery graham cracker crust, topped with fluffy whipped cream and marshmallows. It’s the perfect make-ahead dessert for cozy nights!

Ingredients

Units Scale

For the Crust:
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs (or chocolate cookie crumbs)
1/4 cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
For the Chocolate Filling:
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 tsp salt
4 oz semi-sweet chocolate (chopped)
2 tsp vanilla extract
For Topping:
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Mini marshmallows (for garnish)
Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder (for garnish)

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Instructions

Make the Crust:
In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
Make the Chocolate Filling:
In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, heavy cream, sugar, cocoa powder, cornstarch, and salt over medium heat.
Cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 5-7 minutes).
Remove from heat and stir in chopped chocolate and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the chocolate filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top.
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until fully set.
Make the Whipped Topping:
In a bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
Spread or pipe whipped cream over the set chocolate filling.
Garnish & Serve:
Top with mini marshmallows, chocolate shavings, or a sprinkle of cocoa powder.
Slice and enjoy this creamy, dreamy Hot Chocolate Icebox Pie!

Notes

Swap graham crackers for chocolate cookies for an even richer crust!
Use dark chocolate for a bolder flavor or milk chocolate for extra sweetness.
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for a firmer texture.
Details

Nutrition

Calories: ~320
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 45mg