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No-Bake German Chocolate Pie
Caroline

No-Bake German Chocolate Pie

This No-Bake German Chocolate Pie is rich, creamy, and loaded with classic flavors—smooth chocolate filling, sweet coconut, and crunchy pecans—set inside a pre-baked chocolate crust. A decadent dessert that requires zero oven time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Pie
Cuisine: American
Calories: 515
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (9-inch) pre-baked chocolate pie crust
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (2 sticks)
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup shredded sweetened coconut

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • electric or stand mixer
  • Medium bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Pie dish (if using homemade crust)

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and airy.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk cocoa powder, salt, and milk until smooth.
  5. Gradually beat the chocolate mixture into the butter mixture until smooth.
  6. Fold in chopped pecans and shredded coconut.
  7. Spread filling evenly into the pre-baked chocolate crust.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm.
  9. Slice and serve cold.

Notes

  • Garnish with whipped cream and toasted coconut for a festive presentation.
  • Walnuts can easily be substituted for pecans.
  • Ensure the pie is completely chilled before slicing for clean, firm cuts.