Creamy caramel custard is paired with chocolate meringue in this unforgettable pie recipe from the Karo® Syrup website.
OK friends, I know you probably thought my new found love for pie making would wear off after all that pie making at the end of 2014. You probably assumed that I’d eventually tire of making the perfect pie crust and filling them with amazing things.
The truth is, I can’t stop making pies. Now that I know how easy they really are, pies are my “go-to” dessert to make of choice! My husband loves fruit pies, but I love pudding and custard pies. When I was shown this recipe for Caramel Custard Pie on the Karo® Syrup website I knew it was one I definitely needed to try. I loved the original recipe…I mean who wouldn’t…but I wanted to switch it up a just a bit. What goes really great with caramel? Well, chocolate, of course! I decided to take my first foray into making chocolate meringue and it was a delicious success!
Aside from the flavor combination of caramel and chocolate, what makes this pie really special is the creamy texture of the custard layer. Thanks to the help of Karo® Dark Syrup the custard has an extra smooth, creamy texture and just the right amount of sweetness. The caramel flavor is distinct, which pairs so well with the chocolate meringue!
If you can’t quit pie like me, I’d love for you to give this Caramel Custard Pie with Chocolate Meringue a try! I really think you’ll love it. Enjoy!
Caramel Custard Pie with Chocolate Meringue
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons Argo® Corn Starch
- 1 dash of salt
- 2 cups milk
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup Karo® Dark Corn Syrup
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon Spice Islands® Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 8-inch baked pie crust
- 3 egg whites OR 1/2 cup pasteurized egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon Spice Islands® Cream of Tartar
- 5 tablespoons sugar
- 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Combine 1/2 cup sugar, corn starch and salt in heavy saucepan. Add milk and cook until thickened, about 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; cool slightly.
- Beat egg yolks and corn syrup in a medium bowl. Slowly add hot mixture to corn syrup mixture, beating constantly. Return custard to pan and bring to a simmer over low heat. Cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in butter and vanilla. Pour hot filling into baked pie crust.
- Beat egg whites and cream of tartar to soft peaks. Slowly add 5 tablespoons sugar and 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder, beating until stiff peaks form. Spread meringue on top of hot filling to inside edge of crust.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Refrigerate.
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by One2One Network on behalf of ACH Foods. I am an ACH Baking Ambassador. Thank you for supporting the brands that make Dine & Dish possible!
Gorgeous pie! I bet it tastes unbelievable!
Beautiful pie! I’ve never made chocolate meringue before but I can only imagine it must taste heavenly. I love the combination of caramel and chocolate too, it just sounds like a perfect pie!
This pie is gorgeous! I’d love a slice right now!
I am so smitten with the photos of this gorgeous pie! From that perfect meringue topping to the bright blue dish…so eye-catching. And I have a feeling that the pie itself is just as memorable.
First of all, I will never get tired of pie – it’s my favorite!! And second, I have some dark Karo syrup and never know what to do with it – I’m totally going to make this!!
your pie is just so lovely, and I’m sure it is just as delicious
I’m in love with that pie tin, Kristen! Gorgeous pie – you can’t go wrong with Karo and chocolate! Have a delicious week!
This is such a beautiful pie Kristen! I can’t get over that chocolate meringue! My husband would go crazy for this for Valentine’s Day!
Gorgeous pie and photos! Although I’m not a fan of cornstarch this is a delicious looking recipe. I adore meringue-anything so naturally I will love this!
I would totally eat all of this pie in one sitting. I may pay for it afterward but it would totally be worth it in the moment! Great pie, Kristen!
Caramel custard? AND chocolate meringue! Gosh, this is right up alley! Caramel, chocolate, and meringue are my FAVORITES Dying to try this!
I never want to quit pie! This one looks so creamy and delicious! Caramel and chocolate is a fabulous combo for sure!!!
I’m with you! I love a good custard pie….yum! Plus using Karo in my kitchen always reminds me of my grandmother.
I’m in a pie mood as well and this one is right up my alley.
This looks absolutely incredible! I want to eat this NOW
I’ve never used the dark Karo syrup before. Hmmmm…looks like I might have to change that. LOL
You had me at caramel. And custard. And chocolate. Oh, and pie. Beautiful.
Oh yum! This looks insanely good. And I love your pie pan!
I am dying for a slice of this pie! YUM!!!
I’d have to hide this pie somewhere no one could find it because I don’t want to share! I want it all for myself
This sounds wonderful. Going into my “must make soon” file!
I love the unusual mix of flavours! I love caramel so I think this pie is a must!
Layer upon layer of pie deliciousness!
This pie looks absolutely incredible! Love that mix of flavors and textures!
Looks heavenly! Now I’m hungry…thanks! ;>)
WHOA now, this sounds amazing. Love the idea of chocolate meringue as a topping on anything.
This pie is exactly what I’m craving right now. It looks wonderful, Kristen!
Only 35 minutes? This pie looks worth the effort and my heart melts! Love pies, any pie, but this one is totally devilish:)