Description
A whimsical and decadent Easter dessert that reinvents the classic chocolate cream pie. Featuring a festive Rice Krispie treat crust packed with M&Ms and sprinkles, and a silky, professional-grade homemade chocolate custard center, this pie is a vibrant show-stopper for your holiday table.
Ingredients
The Rice Krispie Crust
- 4 cups rice cereal
- 7 oz mini marshmallows
- 3 tablespoons salted butter
- 1/2 cup M&M candies
- 1/4 cup confetti sprinkles
The Chocolate Filling
- 10 oz semi-sweet chocolate, finely chopped
- 2 1/4 cups whole milk
- 4 egg yolks
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons salted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
The Topping
- 2 cups whipped cream
- Garnish: Extra M&Ms, sprinkles, and white chocolate shavings
Instructions
Crust: Melt 3 tbsp butter and marshmallows in a double boiler. Stir in cereal, M&Ms, and sprinkles. Press into a greased 10-inch pie dish and chill.
Custard Base: Whisk yolks and milk. In a saucepan, whisk sugar and cornstarch, then gradually add milk mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbling.
Emulsify: Remove from heat. Stir in chopped chocolate, vanilla, and 2 tbsp butter until glossy.
Set: Cool filling slightly, pour into crust, and refrigerate for 4–5 hours or overnight.
Garnish: Top with whipped cream, extra M&Ms, and shavings before serving.
Notes
Double Boiler Method: Melting marshmallows over simmering water prevents them from scorching and ensures the crust stays chewy rather than rock-hard.
Custard Consistency: The filling must reach a full boil to activate the thickening power of the cornstarch and egg yolks.
Grease Everything: Use nonstick spray on your spatula and measuring cups to handle the sticky marshmallow mixture easily.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Pie
- Method: Stovetop / No-Bake Crust
- Cuisine: American Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Slice
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 44g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
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