Chocolate Cream Pie filling
Chocolate Cream Pie filling is a rich, velvety custard made from cocoa or melted chocolate, milk or cream, sugar, and egg yolks, thickened with cornstarch or flour. It is a classic American dessert filling, often poured into a pre-baked pie crust and topped with whipped cream or meringue. This filling is the heart of the beloved diner and home-baking staple, Chocolate Cream Pie.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This filling is very high in carbohydrates and fat, with minimal protein. A single serving provides a significant amount of energy, primarily from sugar and dairy fats, and is a good source of calcium and phosphorus from the milk and eggs.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 38 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Phosphorus | 140 mg |
| Potassium | 290 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Chocolate Cream Pie is a symbol of mid-20th century American comfort food, popularized by diners and home cooks. Nutritionally, its unique combination of cocoa and dairy provides a notable dose of antioxidants (from chocolate) alongside bone-supporting minerals.
