Ingredients

• Pie crust - 1 pre-made or homemade
• Granulated sugar - 1 cup
• Cornstarch - ¼ cup
• Salt - ¼ teaspoon
• Milk - 2 cups
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips - 1 cup
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Egg whites - 4 large
• Cream of tartar - ¼ teaspoon
• Powdered sugar - ½ cup

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2.

   Blind bake the pie crust for 10 minutes and set aside.

3. 3.

   In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar, cornstarch, and salt.

4. 4.

   Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.

5. 5.

   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.

6. 6.

   Remove from heat and stir in chocolate chips and vanilla until melted and smooth.

7. 7.

   Pour the chocolate filling into the prepared pie crust.

8. 8.

   In a separate bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.

9. 9.

   Gradually add powdered sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.

10. 10.

    Spread meringue over the chocolate filling, sealing the edges.

11. 11.

    Bake the pie for 10-12 minutes, or until meringue is golden brown.

12. 12.

    Cool completely before serving.

Nutritional Facts