Description
A delightful dessert combining rich dark chocolate with a creamy filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 140 g unsalted butter (cold)
- 24 g vodka (optional)
- 1 cup ice water
- 113 g unsalted butter
- 56 g bittersweet chocolate
- 21 g Dutch process cocoa powder
- 1 tsp espresso powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 113 g whole milk
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 106 g dark brown sugar
- 25 g cornmeal
- 4 eggs (room temp)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and kosher salt.
- Cut in the cold unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- If using, add the vodka for extra flakiness. Add ice water a little at a time and mix until the dough comes together.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and bittersweet chocolate together, stirring until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in cocoa powder, espresso powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, whisk together whole milk, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, and cornmeal.
- Add the melted chocolate mixture and mix until combined.
- Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until smooth.
Notes
For best results, use good quality chocolate and let the pie cool completely before slicing.