Dive into the rich and sumptuous world of sea salt caramel chocolate cream pie, featuring a classic butter and flour crust.
This pie marries the deep flavors of chocolate and caramel with the lightness of whipped cream, creating a dessert that’s as indulgent as it is elegant.
The traditional crust adds a delightful flaky texture that beautifully complements the creamy filling, making each bite an exquisite experience.
- Prep Time: 50 minutes + various chilling time
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour, 40 minutes + various chilling times
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 4–5 tablespoons ice water
For the filling:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup heavy cream (additional for chocolate)
- 2 large egg yolks
For the whipped topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For topping:
- Caramel sauce
- Chopped chocolate or chocolate shavings
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
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Prepare the Crust (20 minutes + chilling + baking):
In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, stirring until the dough comes together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour. Roll out the dough, fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, and crimp the edges. Prick the bottom with a fork, line with parchment paper and pie weights, and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes. Remove weights and bake for another 10 minutes until golden. -
Make the Filling (20 minutes + cooling):
Melt sugar to form caramel, then mix in butter, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and salt. Pour over chocolate chips, let sit, then stir until smooth. Heat 1 cup heavy cream, temper with egg yolks, combine with chocolate caramel, cook until thickened, and pour into crust. Chill until set. -
Prepare the Whipped Cream Topping (10 minutes):
Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Spread over the set filling. -
Garnish (5 minutes):
Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with chopped chocolate and sea salt before serving.
Notes
This sea salt chocolate caramel cream pie is a delightful treat when you’re craving something decadent.
For the best results, don’t rush the chilling process as this helps solidify the textures of each layer. Feel free to adjust the amount of sugar if you prefer a dessert that’s slightly less sweet.
Serve this dish with a glass of cold milk or a strong cup of coffee and enjoy your creation!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 60g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 52g
- Saturated Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 72g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
