Summer Chocolate Pie
6 servings
60 minutes
Summer chocolate pie is a refined combination of airy dough, rich chocolate, and delicate custard. This dessert hails from Italy, where the balance of flavors and textures is cherished. The pie's lightness makes it perfect for summer tea parties. The sweetness of sugar and bitterness of chocolate create a delightful contrast, while apples add a fresh fruity note. The creamy filling makes the pie especially juicy. It is good both warm and chilled, perfectly complementing coffee or light dessert wines. Summer chocolate pie is a true celebration of flavor that brings joy with every bite.
1
Separate the egg yolks from the whites.
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
2
Add 2/3 cup of sugar to the yolks and beat until a uniform light yellow mixture is formed.
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Chicken egg: 4 pieces
3
Pour the remaining sugar into the egg whites and whip until white foam forms.
- Sugar: 1 glass
4
Add the egg whites to the yolks, and gradually, while stirring, add the flour and baking powder.
- Wheat flour: 250 g
5
Clean and cut the apple into pieces, pour hot water over it, and boil for 5 minutes.
- Apple: 1 piece
6
Prepare custard with 1.2 cups of milk.
- Milk: 225 ml
- Custard (creme patissiere): 120 g
7
Cut the chocolate into small pieces and grate a little chocolate (for sprinkling).
- Chocolate: 100 g
8
Preheat the baking dish and grease it with butter.
9
Place the dough in a baking dish and bake for 5-7 minutes.
10
Place the apples, chocolate, cream, and bake for the remaining time, a total of 25 minutes.
11
Sprinkle the pie with grated chocolate on top.
- Chocolate: 100 g