Vanilla Cream Pie with Chocolate Ganache Bottom

Vanilla Cream Pie with Chocolate Ganache Bottom

8 servings
This delicious cream pie recipe is the absolute best! Not too sweet. Tip: be sure to stir with a whisk to prevent lumps. Stir the whole time not letting it sit to prevent lumps. The ganache makes a delicious decadent addition!

Ingredients

  • flour
    ½ c
  • sugar
    ½ c
  • milk

    preferably whole milk

    3 c
  • egg yolks

    no whites, slightly beaten

    3
  • pure vanilla extract
    1 ½ tsp
  • butter
    1 tbsp
  • whipping cream
    ½ c
  • butter
    1 tbsp
  • semi-sweet chocolate

    chopped

    4 oz
  • pure vanilla extract
    ½ tsp
  • whipping cream
    1 c
  • pure vanilla extract
    1 tsp

Directions

Ganache:

  1. 1

    Heat cream and butter in small saucepan over medium until mixture is hot (do not boil)

  2. 2

    Remove from heat.

  3. 3

    Add chocolate and vanilla.

  4. 4

    Whisk until smooth.

  5. 5

    Pour over baked pie shell.

  6. 6

    Chill crust until chocolate ganache is firm, about 30 minutes.

Filling:

  1. 1

    Combine flour and sugar in medium saucepan.

  2. 2

    Add 1 cup milk and whisk together.

  3. 3

    On medium heat, add 2 cups of milk to saucepan and stir constantly with a whisk until thickens.

  4. 4

    Add a couple of tablespoons of the milk mixture to the egg yolks and stir.

  5. 5

    Add those egg yolks to milk mixture.

  6. 6

    Stir until smooth. Cook for 2 minutes.

  7. 7

    Remove from heat. Add vanilla and butter.

  8. 8

    Pour over cooled ganache in pie shell.

Topping:

  1. 1

    Whip whipping cream and vanilla together with beaters or in a whip cream dispenser and add to top of pie. 

Vanilla Cream Pie with Chocolate Ganache Bottom

Vanilla Cream Pie with Chocolate Ganache Bottom

5.0(1)75 min8 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving a truly exceptional dessert that balances rich flavors without being overly sweet? This Vanilla Cream Pie with Chocolate Ganache Bottom is hailed as the absolute best, offering a luxurious experience that feels both indulgent and perfectly balanced. It's the kind of pie that turns any meal into a special occasion.

What truly sets this vanilla cream pie apart is the meticulous technique and the thoughtful addition of a decadent chocolate ganache layer. The secret to its incredibly smooth, lump-free vanilla cream lies in the consistent whisking during cooking—a crucial step that ensures a silky texture with every bite. The rich, smooth ganache then layers beneath, providing a deep chocolate counterpoint that elevates the classic vanilla to new heights.

Prepare for a pie that delivers on its promise of absolute deliciousness. You'll experience a luscious, creamy vanilla filling, made with whole milk, eggs, and plenty of pure vanilla extract, resulting in a flavor profile that is wonderfully aromatic and just sweet enough. Beneath this golden layer, the semi-sweet chocolate ganache provides a satisfying depth and richness, contributing to a truly decadent mouthfeel. Every forkful is a harmonious blend of smooth vanilla and intense chocolate.

While the core components of this pie are essential for its signature taste, the balance of pure vanilla extract and semi-sweet chocolate is key to its not-too-sweet profile. Embrace the natural goodness of the ingredients, particularly the specified whole milk for an unparalleled richness in the cream filling, allowing the quality of each element to shine.

This exquisite pie is perfect for holidays, celebratory dinners, or simply as a comforting yet elegant treat to share with loved ones. Serve it chilled, allowing the distinct layers of vanilla cream and chocolate ganache to truly set and meld, offering a beautiful presentation that's as inviting as its taste.

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