When you need a chocolate fix but don’t want to turn on the oven, no-bake Hershey’s chocolate pie is the answer. Rich, creamy, and packed with classic Hershey’s chocolate flavor, this pie is a dream come true for dessert lovers who want something quick, simple, and totally satisfying.
The beauty of a no-bake dessert lies in its simplicity. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you end up with a silky, decadent chocolate pie that tastes like it came from your favorite bakery. The base is usually made with Hershey’s chocolate, melted into a smooth, glossy filling that sets beautifully in the fridge. It’s a flavor that’s both nostalgic and indulgent, perfect for any chocolate lover.
What makes this pie even better is the texture. The filling is light and mousse-like, almost airy, yet rich enough to feel indulgent. It sits in a crisp cookie crust, often made from crushed chocolate cookies or graham crackers, which adds the perfect bit of crunch to balance out the creaminess. A generous topping of whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or even more Hershey’s pieces makes it irresistible from the first bite.
This pie is ideal for summer gatherings, last-minute dinner parties, or any time you want to impress without much effort. It’s also a great make-ahead dessert, since it needs time in the fridge to set. Once chilled, it slices cleanly and holds its shape while still melting in your mouth.
No-bake Hershey’s chocolate pie proves that you don’t need a complicated recipe or fancy ingredients to create a show-stopping dessert. It’s comfort food with a rich chocolate twist, perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a random Tuesday night when you’re just craving something sweet.
Ingredients
- 200 grams Hershey’s milk chocolate bars Broken into pieces
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream Cold
- 1 pie crust graham cracker crust Pre-made
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt the Hershey’s chocolate over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Remove the melted chocolate from the heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the cooled chocolate into the whipped cream until well combined.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the graham cracker crust.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours or until set.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
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So much chocolate… so little time! This is my new favorite dessert. ❤️
Anyone know if I can use dark chocolate? 🤔 I’m not sure how it would turn out.
Followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out more like a soup than a pie. What did I do wrong? 😩
This pie is sooooo good! Easy to make and tastes amazing! 🍫
I totally agree! This pie is a game changer! I can’t believe how simple it is to make. Definitely a new favorite in our house! 🍰
Looks good, but I wonder if it’s all that easy. Are you sure it’ll set right? Mine usually don’t. 🤔
I thought it would be awesome but I prefer it warm. This cold pie was a little weird for me.
I dunno why people were raving about it. It was just okay, definitly not my thing. 😶
I made this for my family and they loved it. But I think it needed more chocolate! 😅
Was skeptical at first, but wow! This is a hit at parties. Can’t believe it’s no-bake!
I used dark chocolate instead. Was still great! Try it if you want something a bit richer.
Why would you change the recipe? It’s a chocolate pie for a reason. Milk chocolate is better! 😤
That sounds delicious! I love dark chocolate, it must be so rich and satisfying. I’ll have to try that variation!
It was ok, but I felt like it was missing something. Maybe vanilla? Idk. 🤷♀️
I totally get you! I added a little bit of vanilla extract to mine, and it made a big difference! 😋
I dunno, I think it’s really good as is. Maybe you didn’t mix it well enough? 🤔
Looks easy, but do I really need to whip cream? Can’t I just use cool whip?
This is not a real pie if you don’t bake it! It’s just chocolate in a crust!
I gotta disagree, it’s called no-bake for a reason! It still tastes amazing!
Looks delicious, can’t wait to try it, but umm… what’s a graham cracker? 🤔
The recipe said refrigerate for 2 hours, but I left it for 30 mins. Why was it so runny?
Honestly, it was just ok. I’ve had better chocolate pies. The chocolate flavor wasn’t strong enough for me.
I totally disagree! I think the chocolate flavor is rich enough. Just maybe add more chocolate next time?
I thought it was delicious! But I guess every one has their own taste. You could try adding some cocoa powder if you want it stronger.
I found this recipe too sweet for my taste. Maybe less chocolate next time?
I totally get you! The chocolate can be overpowering if you’re not a big fan. Just adjust the amount next time. Happy baking!
Not much of a chocolate fan, but I had to make it for a party. Not bad!
I wasn’t a fan of chocolate pies either until I tried this one! It’s surprisingly light and not too sweet. Perfect for parties!
This pie is absolutely divine! I can’t believe how easy it was to make. 😍
I made this for a party and everyone went back for seconds. The texture is creamy and not too sweet (for me). Easy too.
This is like a cheat for pie! So simple yet so tasty! Will make again.
I tried it but it didn’t set properly. What did I do wrong? 😕
Disappointing, it didn’t set well for me. Just a soupy mess. 🙁
So quick I almost felt like cheating. My kids kept going back for more slices. 10/10 would make again for gatherings.
Really? Just mixing chocolate and cream? I hope this is good but sounds too easy.
YUMMM! My kids loved it, they said it was the best pie ever! Thanks! 🍫
This pie is amazing! So easy to make and tastes heavenly! Everyone loved it at the party.
Pie taste like mud! Why people think this good? I don’t understand. 😒
Not everyone has the same taste buds, I guess! I think it’s delicious! 😋
I followed it exactly and mine didn’t fully set after 2 hours. Ended up chilling overnight and it was fine. Not a dealbreaker, just plan ahead.
Can you use any other type of chocolate? I only have dark chocolate at home.
I messed up the recipe twice, and I still made it work! It’s not perfect but it was delish!
Mine didn’t set after 2 hours 😕 I probably rushed the chilling or didn’t whip enough. I’m giving it another try because the flavor was awesome.
I tried this and my whipped cream never got stiff peaks—turns out my cream was not cold enough. Lesson learned. If your cream is cold, I bet it would be perfect.
Really good! But I added some nuts on top for crunch, yum!
Uhhh, I forgot the chocolate and just whipped cream… Is that ok?
Perfect dessert for summer! Quick and no baking needed, I love it.
You guys! My pie didn’t look like the picture… what do I do? 😩
Don’t worry! It happens to the best of us. Just try again, maybe let the chocolate cool a bit more next time. 😊
Wasn’t a fan. The chocolate just didn’t blend well with the cream. Didn’t taste right to me.
I think the chocolate and cream go great together! Maybe you didn’t melt the chocolate enough? It has to be smooth! 😊
This is the BEST chocolate pie I have ever made! Super easy and sooo tasty! 5 stars!
This pie is sooo easy and delicious! My kids loved it!
Easy? Really? I once made a pie that took me all day and it still came out bad. Maybe I’ll give this recipe a second thought.
I’m glad your kids loved it! My daughter didn’t like chocolate much, though. Maybe I should try it with peanut butter instead? 🤔
Tried this last night—so rich and smooth. I melted the chocolate low and slow like the instructions said, and it came together perfectly. The 2 hours chill was enough for me too.
Yes! That low-and-slow melting makes all the difference. Glad the 2 hours worked for you too—mine sets faster if I keep it colder in the fridge.
Made this for a family dinner and it was gone fast. Super easy—no baking stress at all. The chocolate flavor is legit.
Two hours?? Kinda optimistic. I had to refrigerate overnight for it to actually slice. Lesson learned: patience = pie.
Not bad, but it’s super rich. Like, almost too rich for me. Next time I’d use a bit less chocolate or add a pinch of salt to balance.
Omg I made this for a potluck and everyone asked for the recipe. The graham crust + chocolate whip is elite.
Omg same!! That graham crust + the chocolate whip combo is seriously elite 😍 I made it for my coworkers and they all kept going back for seconds. Did you chill it long enough? I swear it sets way better after a few hours!
Two hours?? lol—mine needed way longer. Also, I didn’t have a saucepan so I microwaved the chocolate, and it still turned out okay. 3/5 for effort!
No-bake pies always sound suspicious to me—like they’re too good to be true. But this one actually delivered. The whip held up.
Totally get what you mean—no-bake usually *sounds* sketchy, but this one really makes sense. The whipped cream holding its shape is the whole trick, and step 3–4 is where you earn it.
Easy, but I think “cool slightly” is doing a lot of work. I cooled my chocolate too long and it thickened weird, had to re-melt for a sec. Still tasted amazing though.
wait i don’t get it—no bake but 2 hours?? anyway it was ok but not mindblowing
I dunno, it feels like something is missing. Maybe some nuts? I’m not sure about this recipe.
The instructions were confusing! I wasn’t sure how long to let the chocolate cool. It turned out gooey…
So good 😍
I don’t know why everyone loves this. The pie crust was too sweet and the filling was a mess! 🤷♂️
So good.
Right?? The combo of that melted chocolate + whipped cream is perfect. I always chill it overnight and it sets so nicely.
Mine didn’t set for me after 2 hours—maybe I over-melted the chocolate or my cream wasn’t cold enough. Still tasted great though.
Is it really no-bake? Can I use dark chocolate instead? Sounds good tho!
Yes, it’s really no-bake! You can definitely use dark chocolate, it’ll taste rich! Enjoy!
I dunno if dark chocolate’s the best for this. Isn’t it supposed to be milk chocolate? Just sayin.
So easy! Amazing. ❤️
Yum! This pie is like heaven on a plate!!
This pie is the best! I made it last week and it was gone in minutes. Definitely my new favorite!
This didn’t set for me. I followed the steps but my cream stayed too soft and the filling kinda slid. Maybe my fridge is weak? Not sure.
Oh no—yeah, “weak fridge” can definitely make it take longer. Also, if the chocolate wasn’t cooled enough before folding, it can mess with the set and make the filling slide. Next time, let the melted chocolate cool more (still pourable, but not warm), and whip the cream to real stiff peaks. Then refrigerate longer than 2 hours—like overnight if your fridge runs cold-ish.
So easy to make but I feel like it’s too rich. 1 slice and I’m done! Ha! Worth a try tho.
I totally get what you mean! It’s super rich, but that’s why it’s so good! Just have some fresh berries on the side to balance it out. 😀
Ok but why does the recipe say “let cool slightly” like I’m supposed to know what that means? I waited 5 minutes and it was fine, but still confusing.
Totally fair question. “Cool slightly” usually means warm but not hot—like you can comfortably hold the spoon/bowl for a few seconds without it steaming. 5 minutes is often enough, especially if your kitchen isn’t blazing.
I always just dump it in right after melting and it still sets for me? Maybe my cream isn’t so picky lol. But yeah, “slightly” is kinda useless wording. Could’ve said like 10 minutes.
This was ridiculously easy. The no-bake part is perfect for busy nights, and the filling is super creamy. I let it chill closer to 4 hours and it set beautifully!