This is a great pie and only requires a few preparation “must dos” go guarantee it turns out perfect. I think the texture of the sugar (or lack there of) is critical. As other reviewers noted, the pie may have a “grainy” texture if regular sugar is used. You do not have to go out and purchase “extra fine” sugar if you have a food processor. I put regular sugar in a food processor and let it go for 7-10 minutes and the result is perfect texture sugar. Check the sugar and process it longer if you detect any graininess at all. I agree that the butter and eggs should be at room temp before mixing. I disagree with some reviewers who cut down on the egg mixing time from the recommended 5 minutes per egg. I believe the 5 minutes is an absolute minimum to obtain that smooth/fluffy texture. I would stretch it to 6 or 7 minutes if you have a hands free mixer. Also, NEVER make this without pasteurized eggs. Even though the chance of salmonella infection by using non-pasteurized eggs is slim, why take the chance? You may not find pasteurized eggs in most “chain” groceries, but they can usually be found in specialty groceries. Finally, the first time I made this, I used a graham cracker pie crust. Sweet overkill? Maybe, but you be the judge. Whipped cream is a must to cut the sweet taste a bit. Garnish with a fresh mint leaf. UPDATE 12/23/08. I used extra fine sugar AND I put the sugar in a blender for one minute. Not a hint of "graininess". I also used a Kitchen Aid stand mixer and b

Oh my!!! This is fantastic. I made it for Thanksgiving and nobody wanted the pies. I doubled the recipe to fit in a 13x9 pan. Eggs and butter at room temperature and definately 5 minutes for each egg. For crust I used crushed pecan shortbread cookies and butter, found in the Lush Pie recipe on this site. Very rich and after the big meal, nobody could finish a 3" x 3" piece. With the shortbread crust, this would work well in individual custard cups also.

I made this pie for Thanksgiving - it was simply delicious!! Everyone thought it was the best chocolate pie they had ever eaten. I highly recommend you try it! You won't be disappointed.

This pie is extremley good. But remember to mix in each egg for 5 minutes. To make it creamier blend the sugar.

This pie recipe couldn't be easier! I did make a few changes, but it's all a matter of taste. I used a spring form pan(like what is used for cheesecakes), and gave it a graham cracker crumb crust. Mixed 1 cup of crumbs with 1/4 cup of sugar and mixed in 1 stick of melted butter. Pack it down with your hands or a spatula. Cook at 350 for 15-20 minutes. Regular sugar dissolved is just fine in the warm melted butter for the pie recipe. The 5 minute rule on the eggs is a must! Hope this helps.

This has to be the easiest pie ever. I'd definitely recommend superfine sugar. I think next time I might put just the smallest hint of a really concentrated instant coffee, but that might just put the recipe over the top as far as richness. As it is, my husband (who would seriously eat an entire pie in one sitting if I'd let him) can barely finish a single piece. A big piece, mind you, but still...

Unbelievable. I made this once 3 months ago and my family has requested it for every party since. So rich. EDIT: I have been making this over 2 years now (20++ pies) and it has never once turned out badly. Given out recipe more than a dozen times. Sooo good. Better than French Silk from Baker's Square.

I went to my fiancée's parents for Christmas for the first time- this was the best dessert ever! And SO simple- but I had too much stuff in my fridge so I let it set in the snow- selicious! If you like chocolate you will LOVE this and so will your guest!

WOW!! Soooo creamy!

The only reason I am giving this four stars, is that a couple times I have made it, and instead of coming out light and fluffy, the filling comes to more a pudding consisitency. The taste is still sinfully rich, but not sure what I did wrong.

Fantastic and always a hit.

This is a great pie but you have to mix it for that full 5 min for every egg!

This is my husband's favorit pie... To get on his good side, I make this for him.

I could NOT get the sugar disolved, even after beating each egg for 5 mins each. I even warmed it up in the microwave for a min. and a half and beat it another 5 mins. I had to trash it. Even my kids wouldn't eat it!

This is time consuming but worth every minute! I get so many requests to make this. It's VERY rich though. One pie will usually serve about 12 people.

This pie is great! My grandmother has been making it since I was litte, we call it grandma's chocolate pie. Now I make it for my family. It is a chocolate lovers dream come true.