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No-Bake German Chocolate Pie
Emily

No-Bake German Chocolate Pie

This decadent No-Bake German Chocolate Pie combines creamy chocolate pudding, rich melted chocolate, toasted coconut, and pecans in a crisp cookie crust — all without turning on the oven. Perfect for holidays or when you need a show-stopping dessert that’s simple to make ahead.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 12 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 610
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 prepared 9-inch chocolate cookie crust
  • 3.9 oz instant chocolate pudding mix
  • 2 cups cold whole milk
  • 4 oz German’s sweet chocolate (or semi-sweet), melted
  • 14 oz sweetened condensed milk
  • 8 oz whipped topping, thawed
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
  • 0.5 cup caramel sauce (optional)
  • chocolate shavings, extra nuts, or coconut for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • 9-inch pie pan (if making your own crust)
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread coconut and pecans evenly on a baking sheet. Toast for 5–7 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and fragrant. Let cool completely.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pudding mix and cold milk for about 2 minutes until smooth and thick. Let it rest for a minute to firm up slightly.
  3. Stir in the melted German chocolate and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and well blended. Gently fold in half of the whipped topping for a light, mousse-like consistency.
  4. Stir in half of the toasted coconut and pecans, reserving the rest for garnish.
  5. Pour the chocolate filling into the prepared crust. Smooth the top with a spatula for an even surface.
  6. Cover the pie with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, until fully set.
  7. Just before serving, top with the remaining whipped topping, toasted coconut, pecans, and caramel drizzle. Slice and enjoy chilled.

Notes

For extra richness, drizzle melted chocolate over the top before chilling. You can substitute a graham cracker crust (add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder for deeper flavor). Keep the pie cold until serving for the best texture and slice definition.