No-Bake German Chocolate Pie Recipe
This No-Bake German Chocolate Pie is a luscious, easy-to-make dessert featuring a rich chocolate pudding base layered with a sweet coconut and pecan topping, all nestled in a crisp graham cracker crust. Perfect for warm days or when you want a quick, impressive treat without turning on the oven.
- Author: Sienna
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Crust
- 1 9-inch prepared graham cracker crust
Chocolate Filling
- 1 3.9 oz package instant chocolate pudding mix
- 1¾ cups cold milk
- 1 cup whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade)
Coconut-Pecan Topping
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Garnish
- Shaved white chocolate
- Extra pecans
- Prepare the Chocolate Pudding: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the instant chocolate pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until the mixture has thickened.
- Incorporate Whipped Topping: Gently fold the whipped topping into the thickened pudding until smooth and fully combined, ensuring a light and creamy texture.
- Assemble Chocolate Layer: Spread the chocolate mixture evenly into the prepared 9-inch graham cracker crust, creating a uniform base layer for the pie.
- Prepare Coconut-Pecan Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together the shredded coconut, chopped pecans, sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until all ingredients are well combined.
- Add Topping to Pie: Evenly spread the coconut-pecan mixture over the chocolate layer in the crust, covering it completely.
- Chill the Pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until it is fully set and firm to the touch.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish the pie with shaved white chocolate or extra pecans for added texture and decoration.
Notes
- This pie requires at least 4 hours of refrigeration to set properly, so plan ahead.
- You can make your own graham cracker crust if preferred, but a prepared crust works well for convenience.
- For a homemade whipped topping, whip heavy cream with a bit of sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a nut-free version, omit pecans and substitute with extra coconut or sunflower seeds.
Keywords: No-Bake Pie, German Chocolate Pie, Chocolate Pudding Pie, Easy Dessert, Coconut Pecan Pie