Chocolate Pie Made With Corn Starch

Chocolate pie fillings can be thickened with cornstarch.

Chocolate pies are a delicious ending to a meal and can be created in different ways. Chocolate pies made with cornstarch can be prepared as a thick, cooked pudding or cooled and folded with whipped cream.

Ingredients

The cornstarch is often measured and mixed or sifted with other ingredients, such as cocoa or sugar. By thoroughly mixing the cornstarch with other dry ingredients before cooking, there will be less chance for the cornstarch to clump up once liquid is introduced, creating a smooth pudding once it is cooked.

Ratio

The ratio of cornstarch to liquid will depend on the final texture of the pie. Generally, a cooked chocolate pie filling will have more cornstarch than a regular chocolate pudding because the filling needs to set up so it can be sliced.

Flavors

Different flavors can be added to the chocolate pie filling, but when they are added will depend on what type they are. Liquid extracts can be stirred into the pudding once it is finished, but dry ingredients such as spices or powdered vanilla extract should be mixed with the cornstarch to ensure it is mixed in properly.

References

• Dartmouth: Chocolate Cream Pie Recipe Using Cornstarch
• Michigan State Univeristy: The Basics of Cooking Starches and Cereal Grains