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No-Bake German Chocolate Pie – Decadence Without the Oven

No-Bake German Chocolate Pie

No-Bake German Chocolate Pie – Decadence Without the Oven
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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chocolate Base:
  • 1 9-inch prepared graham cracker crust
  • 1 3.9 oz package instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 1¾ cups cold milk
Coconut-Pecan Topping:
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks lightly beaten
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Pie dish

Method
 

  1. Make the Chocolate Layer:
  2. Whisk pudding mix and cold milk in a medium bowl for about 2 minutes until thickened. Pour into graham crust and smooth the surface. Chill while preparing topping.
  3. Prepare Coconut-Pecan Topping:
  4. In a saucepan, combine evaporated milk, sugar, and egg yolks. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens (about 10 minutes). Remove from heat and stir in butter, vanilla, coconut, and pecans.
  5. Assemble the Pie:
  6. Spoon the warm topping over the chilled chocolate pudding layer and spread evenly.
  7. Chill & Serve:
  8. Refrigerate at least 2 hours or until firm. Optional: Garnish with toasted coconut or pecans before serving.

Notes

No-Bake German Chocolate Pie – Decadence Without the Oven
Use high-quality chocolate pudding for a richer flavor base.
Toast your pecans and coconut before stirring them in for enhanced texture and taste.
Want extra firmness? Add ¼ cup cream cheese to the pudding layer before chilling.
Try a chocolate cookie crust for even more cocoa richness.