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No-Bake German Chocolate Pie

No-Bake German Chocolate Pie for Effortless Indulgence

This No-Bake German Chocolate Pie features a creamy, chocolatey filling in a buttery crust, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: German
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 each Prepared chocolate cookie pie crust Can substitute with graham cracker, Oreo, or shortbread crust.
For the Filling
  • 1 box Instant chocolate pudding mix Provides rich flavor.
  • 2 cups Cold whole milk
  • 1 cup Sweetened shredded coconut Toasted for better flavor.
  • 1 cup Chopped pecans Toasting enhances flavor.
  • 1 can Sweetened condensed milk
  • 4 oz German's sweet chocolate Can use semi-sweet.
  • 1 container Whipped topping Like Cool Whip.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Caramel sauce For drizzling.
  • 1/4 cup Chocolate shavings or extra pecans For garnish.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • pie dish
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the Crust: If making from scratch, crush graham crackers, mix with melted butter and sugar, press into a pie dish, and chill for 15 minutes.
  2. Toast Coconut and Pecans: Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread coconut and pecans on baking sheet and toast for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Make the Filling: Whisk chocolate pudding mix and cold milk until thick, melt chocolate and fold it in, add sweetened condensed milk, and fold in half the whipped topping.
  4. Add Mix-Ins: Fold in half of the toasted coconut and pecans into the filling.
  5. Assemble the Pie: Pour filling into crust, smooth the top, cover with plastic wrap, and chill for at least 4 hours.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Whip remaining topping, spread on pie, garnish with toasted coconut and pecans, and drizzle caramel if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best flavor, chill overnight. Customize by swapping pecans for more coconut for nut allergies.

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