This No-Bake German Chocolate Pie is a dream dessert — creamy, rich, and loaded with toasted coconut, crunchy pecans, and a silky chocolate filling. Best of all, there’s no oven required! It’s perfect for the holidays or any time you want an easy make-ahead treat that impresses.
📋 Recipe Details
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Course: Dessert, Snack
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Cuisine: American, German-inspired
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
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Chill Time: 4 hours
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Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
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Servings: 6
🛒 Ingredients
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1 prepared 9-inch chocolate cookie pie crust
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1 (3.9 oz) package instant chocolate pudding mix
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2 cups cold whole milk
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1 (4 oz) bar German’s sweet chocolate (or semi-sweet), melted
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1 ½ cups sweetened condensed milk (about 1 can)
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1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping (Cool Whip or similar), thawed
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1 cup sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
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1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
Optional Toppings
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½ cup caramel sauce (for drizzling)
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Chocolate shavings
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Extra pecans or coconut
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Toast the Coconut & Pecans
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Spread coconut and pecans on a baking sheet.
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Toast for 5–7 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and fragrant.
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Cool completely before using.
2. Make the Pudding Base
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In a bowl, whisk pudding mix and cold milk for 2 minutes until smooth.
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Let sit 1 minute to thicken.
3. Prepare the Chocolate Filling
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Stir in melted chocolate and sweetened condensed milk.
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Gently fold in half the whipped topping for a mousse-like texture.
4. Add the Mix-Ins
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Stir in half the toasted coconut and pecans.
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Reserve the rest for garnish.
5. Assemble the Pie
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Spread filling into the prepared cookie crust.
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Smooth the top evenly with a spatula.
6. Chill Until Set
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Cover loosely with plastic wrap or foil.
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Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
7. Garnish & Serve
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Top with remaining whipped topping.
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Sprinkle with reserved coconut and pecans.
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Drizzle with caramel and finish with chocolate shavings if desired.
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Slice, serve chilled, and enjoy!
🌟 Tips & Storage
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Make-Ahead Friendly: Perfect for prepping a day before your gathering.
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Storage: Keep covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Variation: Use an Oreo crust for extra chocolate flavor or swap pecans for walnuts.
This pie is creamy, crunchy, chocolatey, and absolutely holiday-worthy — a guaranteed crowd-pleaser with almost zero effort. 🎉