A fail-proof pie with a granola crust and chocolate pudding filling
I used to think I couldn’t make pie. It was one of the leading reasons why I was {am} an emotional baker.
I could never roll pie crust out. The finished pie never sliced well. (probably because I was cutting too soon – fresh out of the oven pie is not meant to be cut, although I wish it was!) & it just didn’t taste that great.
Then, just suddenly, I could make pie. I honestly don’t know what happened. Maybe it was a combination of patience (who am I kidding? I still don’t wait for the pie to cool 😉 ) Or maybe it was learning a few techniques from Brown Eyed Baker for the perfect criss cross crust.
Either way, for this pie, you don’t have to worry about any of the above mentioned problems.
Thanks to Golden Girl Granola this granola crust comes together in a cinch. The filling only requires a little melting. Let this booger chill, then decorate. Now you have a delicious and gorgeous pie that I’m sure anyone would enjoy.
PS: Sorry for the hiatus. I never intended to be gone 6+ weeks, but things got hectic and I just couldn’t keep up. I hope to be more consistent through the rest of the year.
PPS: Check back next week-ish for another recipe featuring this granola!
- 8 oz Golden Girl Granola - Chocolate Decadence + more for topping
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp canola oil
- 1.5 cups chocolate chips
- 1 can (15 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla
- toasted coconut
- Make Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9" pie plate.
- Measure out granola, removing and reserving the chocolate chips.
- Pulse granola in food processor. Once crumbs form, add sugar. Then add, canola oil.
- Transport crust to prepared pan. Spread crust into pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
- Allow crust to cool completely.
- Make Filling:
- In a saucepan, heat coconut milk and cornstarch. Once milk thickens, add chocolate chips. Stir until melted. Remove from heat and add vanilla.
- Pour into cooled crust. Refrigerate overnight, or until firm.
- Once pie is set, decorate with extra granola and toasted coconut, if desired.
What a fun and ultra interesting pie! Looks delicious. Love the use of coconut milk. It must give this pie a wonderful flavor profile.
The coconut milk makes a delicious pie. Thanks Cali!
Megan! I hear you. . I think pie is intimidating for a lot of people!!! but this one is gorgeous!!! love the idea of granola in the pie crust!!!
Thanks Alice! This was similar to a graham cracker crust, but with granola.
This is such a great idea! Love that you made pie with granola! It looks amazing, Megan!
Thank you, Kelly!
This pie looks amazing, Megan! I love the idea of adding granola to pie, especially when there’s chocolate involved. Sounds delish!
Thanks Gayle! The chocolate and granola were the perfect combo 🙂
Dude! I never thought I could make pie either, but this week on my blog I made 2 pies! Because I found out how to make a 10 minute pie crust that requires no rolling dough!!
Also, in your recipe, how come it says “make crust:” but doesn’t say how to make it?
Regardless, this pie looks SO good. And having granola on top? Aaa! I’m in heaven!
That sounds like an awesome pie crust. The directions for making the crust are listed below in the subsequent bullets. Thanks Cathleen!
Well the wait was well worth this incredible pie! That creamy filling looks amazing and I love the crunchy granola. I wish I had a slice for dessert!
The granola and chocolate paired perfectly! Thanks Ashley 🙂
I’m still think making pie crusts is a daunting task! So glad you’ve found a terrific recipe (I will try it next!). Your pie looks scrumptious!!
Thanks Liz! The pie crust I use for traditional pies isn’t posted, but I’ll let you know if I happen to add it one day 😉
OMG Megan, this pie looks so amazingly delicious!!! Pinned it!
Thanks so much, Katie!
I love your creativity here! Granola in pie sounds amazing!
It is! Thanks Jen!