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Chocolate Cinnamon Cream Pie

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Chocolate Cinnamon Cream Pie

Chocolate Cinnamon Cream Pie

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Equipment

  • KitchenAid Stand Mixer - A versatile mixer with various attachments for mixing, kneading, and whipping; perfect for pie doughs, fillings, or cream-based desserts.

  • ChefAlarm Precision Timer & Thermometer - This multi-functional device provides precise temperature control along with an alarm to prevent overcooking while baking the pie crust and filling.

  • OXO Good Grips Rolling Pin Set (2) - A pair of rolling pins for evenly flattening pie dough, ensuring a consistent thickness across your pie crust.

  • Silicone Pie Liner Mats Set (6 Pcs) - Non-stick mats that allow easy removal of the baked pie from the pan without sticking or breaking the crust.

  • Chef's Choice 10-Piece Mix & Match Stainless Steel Pie Tin Set - A durable set for various pie sizes, offering precise dimensions and quality materials to bake perfect pies every time.

  • KitchenAid Commercial Size Double Boiler - Ideal for melting chocolate or custards without burning them; essential for creating smooth fillings like the cinnamenticream Cream in this recipe.

  • OXO Good Grips Meat Tenderizer & Mallet Set (2) - Although primarily used for meat, these tools can also help break down firm ingredients or create a smooth texture when needed during the preparation process.

Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 1/2 cups cinnamon graham cracker crumbs (from about twelve 5-by 21/2-inch crackers)

  • 2 tablespoons sugar

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 6 ounces fine-quality bittersweet chocolate (no more than 60% cacao if marked)

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar, divided

  • 2 whole large eggs

  • 2 large egg yolks

  • 2 cups whole milk

  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 stick unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons

  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

  • 1 1/2 cups chilled heavy cream

  • 5 tablespoons confectioners sugar

  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1 (3-to 4-inch-thick) chunk bittersweet chocolate

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.
2

Instruction 2

Stir together all crust ingredients. Press over bottom and up side of a 9-inch pie plate. Bake until set, 12 to 15 minutes, then cool.
3

Instruction 3

Melt chocolate in a large bowl.
4

Instruction 4

Stir together cornstarch and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in a small bowl.
5

Instruction 5

Whisk together whole eggs and yolks in another bowl, then whisk in cornstarch mixture.
6

Instruction 6

Stir together milk, cream, salt, and remaining brown sugar in a heavy medium saucepan and bring just to a boil over medium heat. Pour half of milk mixture into egg mixture in a slow stream, whisking, then pour egg mixture into remaining milk mixture. Bring to a boil over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, then boil, whisking, 1 minute. Remove from heat and whisk in butter and vanilla. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into melted chocolate and whisk to combine.
7

Instruction 7

Transfer hot filling to crust and chill, its surface covered with parchment, until filling is cold, about 3 hours.
8

Instruction 8

Beat cream with confectioners sugar and cinnamon using an electric mixer until it holds stiff peaks. Spoon over chilled filling.
9

Instruction 9

Hold chocolate in your hands (or microwave on low power in 10-second intervals) until surface softens slightly. Using a vegetable peeler (preferably Y-shaped), "peel" large chocolate curls onto a paper towel. If curls are too brittle or don't form easily, rewarm chocolate just until surface softens.
10

Instruction 10

Sprinkle curls on pie.
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