Step 1

Bake the pie crust until lightly golden brown.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl add the sugar, flour, and unsweetened cocoa and whisk together.

Step 3

Pour in the milk, vanilla extract, and egg yolks (save the whites in another bowl). Beat with a hand mixer until well combined.

Step 4

Add the butter to a skillet on medium heat.

Step 5

Next, pour the chocolate pie filling into the pan and cook until thick.

Step 6

Pour the pie filling back into a clean (and heat-safe) bowl and beat again to get rid of any lumps.

Step 7

Pour the filling into the cooked pie shell.

Step 8

Grab the bowl with the whites and add one more egg white.

Step 9

Add the cream of tartar to the bowl and beat until stiff peaks form.

Step 10

Pour the sugar into the bowl and beat again until the meringue is shiny.

Step 11

Spread the meringue over the pie. Bake at 350-degrees for about 10-15 minutes or until the meringue is golden brown.

Step 12

Allow the pie to set up for at least one hour before serving.