Description
Craving something indulgent but easy? This No-Bake German Chocolate Pie brings all the flavors of the classic cake—gooey coconut, toasted pecans, rich chocolate—into one chilled, sliceable dessert. It’s a perfect option for quick desserts, easy recipe nights, birthday treats, or potluck food ideas. With no oven needed, it’s your new go-to for effortless baking-free magic. Great for a summer dessert or anytime you want something decadent with minimal effort.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
6 tablespoons melted butter
1 cup sweetened condensed milk
1 cup shredded sweetened coconut
¾ cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips
½ cup heavy cream
Instructions
1. In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter. Stir until it resembles wet sand.
2. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Place it in the freezer for 15 minutes to set.
3. In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine sweetened condensed milk, shredded coconut, and chopped pecans. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly until thickened. Stir in vanilla extract.
4. Spread the coconut-pecan filling over the chilled crust evenly. Refrigerate while preparing the ganache.
5. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until it begins to steam but not boil. Pour it over chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth and glossy.
6. Allow ganache to cool for 5 minutes, then pour it over the coconut layer and spread evenly.
7. Chill the entire pie for at least 3 hours or until fully set.
8. Top with toasted coconut or whipped cream before serving, if desired.
Notes
Press the crust firmly using the bottom of a glass to avoid crumbling when sliced.
Toasting coconut beforehand adds an extra nutty flavor and visual appeal.
Use a sharp knife warmed under hot water to slice cleanly through the chilled layers.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg