Prepare to revolutionize your dessert game with a mind-blowing pie that will make your taste buds dance and your guests swoon! This isn't just another chocolate pie - it's a decadent masterpiece that combines the rich, velvety smoothness of dark chocolate with the unexpected magic of date caramel and a hint of sea salt. Imagine a dessert so irresistible that it breaks all the rules of traditional baking, transforming simple ingredients into a culinary work of art that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made pie crust
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- Sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If you are using a frozen pre-made pie crust, allow it to thaw according to the package instructions.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted dates and almond milk. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the dates have softened and absorbed some of the almond milk, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the dates are softened, remove the saucepan from heat. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend the date and almond milk mixture until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt into the blended date mixture until fully combined. Make sure there are no lumps of cocoa powder remaining.
- In a separate small saucepan, melt the dark chocolate chips over low heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning. Once melted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Pour the melted chocolate into the date mixture and stir until everything is well combined and smooth.
- Pour the chocolate date caramel filling into the prepared pie crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Bake the pie in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
- Once baked, remove the pie from the oven and allow it to cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- Before serving, sprinkle a generous pinch of sea salt over the top of the pie to enhance the flavors.
- Slice the pie into 8 equal servings and serve warm or chilled. Enjoy your Salted Date Caramel Chocolate Pie!
Tips
- Choose Medjool dates for the best caramel-like texture and sweetness.
- Use a high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for intense flavor.
- Make sure to blend the dates thoroughly to create a smooth, creamy base.
- Don't rush the cooling process - letting the pie set properly ensures the perfect texture.
- For an extra touch of elegance, garnish with a light sprinkle of flaky sea salt just before serving.
- If you're short on time, you can prepare the pie filling a day in advance and refrigerate.
- For a dairy-free version, ensure you use non-dairy chocolate chips and almond milk.
- Let the pie come to room temperature before serving for the most luxurious taste and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg
