Chocolate Cream Pie

Steps

• 1

  When ready to cook, set the Traeger temperature to 400°F and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes.

  400 ˚F / 204 ˚C

• 2

  Place the pie shell on the grill grates and bake according to the package instructions. Remove from the grill and let cool to room temperature.

  Ingredients

  • 1  pre-made pie shell, unbaked

• 3

  Meanwhile, set up a double boiler and bring the water to a simmer. Add the milk, sugar, egg yolks, salt, cocoa powder, and cornstarch to the top of the double boiler and whisk until completely combined. Cook, whisking constantly, until thickened, 10-15 minutes. Remove the custard from the heat and let cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes.

  Ingredients

  • 2 Cup whole milk

  • 2/3 Cup Sugar

  • 3 Large egg yolks, beaten

  • 1/4 Teaspoon kosher salt

  • 2 Tablespoon cocoa powder

  • 3 Tablespoon (heaping) cornstarch

• 4

  Stir the vanilla into the chocolate custard, then pour the custard into the pie shell. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill overnight.

  Ingredients

  • 1/2 Teaspoon vanilla extract

• 5

  When ready to serve, top the pie with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired, then slice into wedges. Enjoy!

  Ingredients

  •  Whipped cream, for serving

  •  Chocolate bar, for shaving (optional)