French Silk Chocolate Pie
Indulge in the decadence of a classic French Silk Chocolate Pie, a dessert that’s as luscious as it sounds. This no-bake pie features a velvety smooth chocolate filling, made by whipping together buttery cocoa-infused goodness and melted semi-sweet chocolate for a rich and silky texture. Each bite melts in your mouth, thanks to the incorporation of whipped eggs and luxurious cream. Nestled in a pre-baked pie crust and crowned with clouds of lightly sweetened whipped cream, it’s a show-stopping dessert perfect for any occasion. Ideal for chocolate lovers, this French Silk Pie comes together with only 30 minutes of prep and sets to perfection in the fridge. Garnish with chocolate shavings for an elegant touch, and serve chilled to impress your guests with this irresistible treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 40 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 115 grams semi-sweet chocolate
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 240 ml heavy whipping cream
- 50 grams powdered sugar
- 1 9-inch crust pre-baked pie crust
- 2 tablespoons chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare and blind bake a 9-inch pie crust if not using a pre-made crust. Allow it to cool completely before adding the filling.
In a medium mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.
Gradually add granulated sugar to the butter, beating for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and no longer gritty.
Melt the semi-sweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until smooth. Allow the chocolate to cool slightly.
Add the melted chocolate, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well incorporated.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating for 3-5 minutes after each egg on medium speed. This step ensures a silky texture and incorporates air into the filling. Continue until all eggs are added, and the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust, spreading it into an even layer. Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream and powdered sugar with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the set chocolate filling.
Optionally, garnish the pie with chocolate shavings for a decorative finish.
Serve chilled and store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 356.9 g | 458% | |
| Saturated Fat | 180.8 g | 904% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1360 mg | 453% | |
| Sodium | 1496 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 488.6 g | 178% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.5 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 319.9 g | ||
| Protein | 56.2 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 317 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 21.2 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 1725 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
