If you love the classic combination of chocolate, coconut, and pecans, this No-Bake German Chocolate Pie is an irresistible dessert to add to your recipe collection. It delivers the rich flavors of traditional German chocolate cake in an easy pie format—without requiring you to turn on the oven.
A crisp chocolate cookie crust holds a smooth, creamy chocolate filling, while a buttery coconut-pecan topping adds sweetness, texture, and a delicious caramel-like finish.
This easy chocolate pie is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, potlucks, birthdays, or whenever you want an impressive dessert with minimal baking effort.
Why You’ll Love This No-Bake Pie
- No oven required for the chocolate pie base
- Rich and creamy chocolate filling
- Crunchy chocolate cookie crust
- Sweet coconut and toasted pecan topping
- Easy make-ahead dessert
- Perfect for holidays and celebrations
- Beautiful combination of creamy and crunchy textures
Recipe Information
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Chill Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: About 4 hours 25 minutes
- Servings: 8–10 slices
Ingredients
For the Chocolate Cookie Crust
- 1½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Graham cracker crumbs can also be used if preferred.
For the Chocolate Filling
- 1 package (8 oz / 225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1½ cups milk chocolate chips or traditional German sweet chocolate
- 1 tub (8 oz / 225 g) whipped topping, thawed
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
For the Coconut-Pecan Topping
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
- ½ cup pecans, finely chopped
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 2 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
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