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    Home » Pies & Tarts » Mini Keto Chocolate Cream Pies

    Published: Jun 13, 2021 · Modified: Aug 24, 2022 by Carolyn

    Mini Keto Chocolate Cream Pies

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    These mini keto chocolate cream pies are a fabulous no-bake dessert. Rich and creamy, with no added sugar and an easy brownie crust, these little desserts are fun and easy to make. And a hit with chocolate lovers!

    Titled image of 6 mini keto chocolate cream pies in glass jars on a white table

    Looking for an easy keto chocolate dessert that tastes like heaven? These individual servings of chocolate cream pie are just the thing. A no bake brownie crust, creamy sugar free chocolate pudding, and an airy whipped cream topping – what more could you ask for?

    I’ve been wanting to make keto chocolate cream pie for a while now. But as I already have a luscious full-size keto chocolate mousse pie, I decided I needed a bit of a different approach. Mousse and pudding aren’t exactly the same, but they are certainly closely related.

    So why not little mini no bake pies in dessert cups? Easy and fun to make, and built-in portion control!

    Mini Cream Pie Inspiration

    Let’s face it, mini desserts like this are da bomb for so many reasons. They’re cute and appealing to kids and adults alike, and they’re often easier to make. Plus they’re perfectly proportioned and easy to serve.

    Many people on keto want exact serving sizes and that’s hard to do with full size pies and keto cakes. I am terrible at cutting even slices sometimes and I know I am not alone.

    I spotted these mason jar cream pies from Girl Inspired and they looked like the perfect solution to my pie dilemma. Sweet mini jars full of keto chocolate cream pie are perfect – no baking required. Yum!

    Piping whipped cream topping on keto chocolate cream pies.

    How to make mini keto cream pies

    This is such a fun and delicious recipe, you’re going to want to make them again and again. Here are my best tips for getting it right:

    The crust

    • The crust consists of crushed keto brownie bites and some melted butter. Stir these together and then divide between 6 dessert cups. Press firmly into the bottom to create a no-bake crust.
    • I realize that the HighKey Cookies that I used are not available everywhere so you have some options. Any keto chocolate cookie would work, including the chocolate wafers from my Keto Oreos (you’d only need about ¼ of the recipe).
    • You can also simply whisk some almond flour, cocoa powder, powdered sweetener, and butter together, similar to the crust from Keto Peanut Butter Pie (only make a half recipe).

    The chocolate filling

    • The filling for chocolate cream pie is simply a rich chocolate pudding. In this recipe, I adapted my coconut milk pudding for dairy. You could really do either version here.
    • Pudding from scratch requires properly tempered egg yolks. You don’t want to dump the yolks right into the hot cream or they will cook too quickly and your filling will curdle and be lumpy. So be sure to slowly add some of the hot cream to the yolks to help bring up their temperature more gradually.
    • Divvy up the filling into the cups while it’s still warm, then refrigerate the cups until the pudding is set.

    The topping

    • Beat the cream with the powdered sweetener until it holds stiff peaks.
    • I like how the pies look with the topping piped on decoratively. But they will still be delicious if you simply spoon it over.
    3 mini chocolate cream pies on a white plate with a yellow flower beside them.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I turn this into a full size pie?

    Sure! You will need to double all of the ingredients for a pie that serves 10 to 12.

    I don’t have HighKey Cookies, can I still make this?

    You bet. Check out the How To section for the best alternatives for the crust.

    Can I make this dairy free?

    For dairy free chocolate pies, you can use my chocolate coconut milk pudding for the filling and coconut whipped cream for the topping. The brownie bites do contain dairy so you will want to make your crust from scratch.

    How to store keto chocolate cream pie?

    Keep the pies in the refrigerator until ready to serve. You can make them ahead by a day or two but plan on consuming them within 4 days. This is not a recipe that will freeze well.

    How do you garnish this recipe?

    Curious about the little chocolate curls I put on top? It’s actually really easy and fun. Instructions below! But you can also simply shave a little bit of sugar free dark chocolate over the tops of the mini pies.

    3 mini keto chocolate cream pies in jars, in front of a cake stand with more pies on it.

    How to make sugar free chocolate curls

    These little chocolate garnishes are fun and easy to make. They do add a bit of carbs to your recipe so keep that in mind and use sparingly. This makes too many for the pudding but it’s hard to work with smaller amounts.

    1. In a small bowl, melt 1 ounce sugar free dark chocolate (such as ChocZero or Lily’s) with 1 teaspoon butter or coconut oil. You can double or triple this if you want a lot of curls.
    2. Turn a metal baking sheet upside down and spread the mixture over it very thinly.
    3. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for a few minutes to firm up a bit. It should be just barely set, but not rock hard.
    4. Use a sharp knife to scrape the chocolate from the pan. If it’s the right temp, it will curl up. If it’s too hard and breaks, leave it out for a few minutes. If it’s too soft, return to the freezer for a minute or two.
    5. Place the finished curls on a plate and freeze until firm. Store in the freezer and use as garnish on your favorite keto desserts!
    3 mini chocolate cream pies on a white table, with a spoonful taken out of the front one.

    More keto chocolate dessert recipes

    • French Style Keto Chocolate Mousse
    • Keto Chocolate Truffles
    • Death by Chocolate Ice Cream
    • Mini Keto Chocolate Cheesecake
    • Keto Sex in a Pan
    • French Silk Pie for Two
    3 mini chocolate cream pies on a white plate with a yellow flower beside them.

    Keto No Bake Chocolate Cream Pies

    These mini keto chocolate cream pies are a fabulous no-bake dessert. Rich and creamy, with no added sugar and an easy brownie crust, these little desserts are fun and easy to make. And a hit with chocolate lovers!
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Dessert
    Keyword: keto chocolate cream pie
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Chill time: 2 hours
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6 mini pies
    Calories: 368kcal

    Ingredients

    Crust

    • 1 bag HighKey brownie bites
    • 1 tablespoon butter melted

    Filling

    • 1 ¼ cups heavy whipping cream
    • ½ cup unsweetened almond or hemp milk
    • ⅓ cup powdered Swerve Sweetener
    • 3 large egg yolks
    • ¼ teaspoon glucomannan (or xanthan gum)
    • ⅓ cup cocoa powder
    • 3 tablespoon butter
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

    Topping

    • ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
    • 2 tablespoon powdered Swerve Sweetener

    Instructions

    Crust

    • Take a rolling pin or a meat mallet and crush the brownie bites until they are coarse crumbs. Pour into a bowl and stir in the melted butter.
    • Divide the mixture among 6 small dessert dishes (each about 4 oz capacity). Press firmly into the bottom.

    Cream Filling

    • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cream, hemp milk, and Swerve. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
    • In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks until smooth.  Slowly add ½ cup of the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks, whisking continuously.  
    • Slowly whisk the tempered egg yolks back into the saucepan of hot cream. Reduce the heat to medium low and sprinkle with the glucomannan, whisking continuously. Stir in the cocoa powder and cook until the mixture thickens, about 3 to 4 minutes.
    • Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until smooth. Divide between the 6 dessert cups and refrigerate until set, 2 to 3 hours.

    Topping

    • Whip the cream with the powdered sweetener until it holds stiff peaks. Spoon or pipe over the filling once it sets.

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    Nutrition Facts
    Keto No Bake Chocolate Cream Pies
    Amount Per Serving (1 g)
    Calories 368 Calories from Fat 317
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 35.2g54%
    Carbohydrates 6.4g2%
    Fiber 3g12%
    Protein 5.5g11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Please note that I am not a medical or nutritional professional. I am simply recounting and sharing my own experiences on this blog. Nothing I express here should be taken as medical advice and you should consult with your doctor before starting any diet or exercise program. I provide nutritional information for my recipes simply as a courtesy to my readers. It is calculated using MacGourmet software and I remove erythritol from the final carb count and net carb count, as it does not affect my own blood glucose levels. I do my best to be as accurate as possible but you should independently calculate nutritional information on your own before relying on them. I expressly disclaim any and all liability of any kind with respect to any act or omission wholly or in part in reliance on anything contained in this website.

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    1. Judy Hooper says

      March 20, 2023 at 5:24 am

      5 stars
      How long can these be refrigerated, before tossing out? They are absolutely delicious!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        March 20, 2023 at 6:20 pm

        At least 5 days. But don’t toss them! Freeze them!

        Reply
    2. Stacey says

      February 15, 2023 at 2:55 pm

      So the link for the Brownie Bites took me to Amazon and I did indeed order them.
      However I just received my order and inside are 3 MINI COOKIES in “double chocolate brownie” flavor!!!! Sugar and carbs slightly differ , does this matter?
      If I use these, will the taste/texture be different ?
      Thanks

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        February 15, 2023 at 4:39 pm

        That’s exactly the right thing… exactly what I use for this recipe!

        Reply
    3. Jennifer Allan says

      February 13, 2023 at 3:33 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is very handy and will be delicious to make and have for dessert thank you so much for your website.

      Reply
    4. Trina Flynn says

      November 08, 2022 at 11:17 am

      5 stars
      Chocolate cream pie has always been a favorite of mine. I would love to know if I could use gelatin in place of glucomannan. It’s all I have right now. Thank you for all your wonderful recipes you list!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        November 08, 2022 at 11:56 am

        It’s going to come out much more firm and a little jello like, if you do that.

        Reply
    5. Sherma Lewis says

      July 06, 2022 at 7:04 pm

      5 stars
      This is the perfect dessert to make for yourself or your family when you don’t want to heat up the oven and house. I made it for a family Fourth of July celebration, and everyone loved these cute little cream pies! I garnished with chocolate curls because they are so pretty. But when I make for just myself and my hubby, I’ll grate a portion of a sugar-free chocolate bar so that we can get to eating the pies sooner. Thank you, Carolyn, for another fantastic dessert!

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        July 07, 2022 at 10:58 am

        Delighted everyone liked them!

        Reply
    6. Dilek says

      June 14, 2022 at 5:55 pm

      5 stars
      Opps I forgot to give 5 star 🙂

      Reply
    7. Dilek says

      June 14, 2022 at 5:51 pm

      I made it last night, and it was so hard to wait for it to cool. My 2-year-old and I both enjoyed it so much! The pudding tastes just like the ready to make ones which were my favorite forever! Now I have a new and healthy favorite! I owe you big one! lol

      Reply
    8. Susan Smith says

      July 18, 2021 at 10:52 pm

      5 stars
      Wonderful, easy. Satisfied that need for a chocolate rich dessert!

      Reply
    9. Lily says

      June 30, 2021 at 2:39 pm

      5 stars
      I was craving something chocolatey and delicious and this cream pie hit the spot, it was easy to make and delicious!! The best treat for the summer!

      Reply
    10. April says

      June 30, 2021 at 2:37 pm

      5 stars
      So chocolaty! The perfect easy and yummy dessert. 🙂

      Reply
    11. Kristyn says

      June 30, 2021 at 12:52 pm

      5 stars
      What a delicious & pretty dessert!! They are the perfect size & so creamy! They fill my chocolate craving!

      Reply
    12. Dawnj says

      June 20, 2021 at 11:27 pm

      5 stars
      Made this today, as a pie, for Father’s Day. My husband is a chocolate pudding lover. Used Carolyn’s Keto Cookie Pizza crust recipe for a chocolate crust. As detailed, in her notes, for a pie—doubled the chocolate cream pudding, ladled over baked pie crust, chilled in refrigerator a few hours. After chilled, topped with whipped cream as directed. Kept its pie shape when serving. Perfect pudding! Thick, yummy, creamy taste which screams its made from scratch. I know this will be a frequent request. Thank you for making our Father’s Day extra special.

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        June 21, 2021 at 7:58 am

        So glad it worked out!

        Reply
      • Donnielle says

        March 10, 2023 at 1:41 pm

        Can we use water or coconut milk in place of the hemp/ almond milk?

        Reply
        • Carolyn says

          March 11, 2023 at 9:47 am

          Don’t use water but cartoned coconut milk should be fine.

          Reply
    13. Amy says

      June 18, 2021 at 8:35 pm

      Hi Carolyn,

      Would allulose work in this recipe, or does it need to be erythritol for it to set up properly?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        June 18, 2021 at 8:59 pm

        In my experience, allulose does take quite a bit longer to set in pudding type recipe. It may even take a full day. Still good, if you’re willing to wait that long.

        Reply
    14. Julie says

      June 13, 2021 at 8:45 am

      Is there anyway to do the carb count if I make this crustless?

      Reply
      • Carolyn says

        June 13, 2021 at 10:58 am

        Food energy: 318kcal
        Total fat: 31.01g
        Carbohydrate: 4.86g
        Total dietary fiber: 1.85g
        Protein: 3.67g

        Reply

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