Frozen Mocha Mousse Pie
Indulge in the decadent delight of this Frozen Mocha Mousse Pie, a dreamy no-bake dessert that combines the bold flavors of chocolate and coffee for a show-stopping treat. Featuring a crisp chocolate cookie crumb crust and a luxuriously creamy mocha mousse filling, this pie is as effortless to make as it is impressive to serve. The recipe showcases rich semisweet chocolate, a hint of instant espresso, and velvety whipped cream folded together to create a light yet indulgent texture. Perfect for entertaining or satisfying your sweet cravings, this frozen dessert requires minimal hands-on prep and makes for an elegant finish to any meal. Serve it garnished with chocolate shavings for an extra touch of sophistication. Whether you’re a coffee lover or a chocolate enthusiast, this Frozen Mocha Mousse Pie is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Chocolate cookie crumbs
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1.25 cups Semisweet chocolate chips
- 1.5 teaspoons Instant espresso powder
- 2 tablespoons Hot water
- 3 Large egg yolks
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 1.5 cups Heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Optional chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form an even crust. Place in the freezer to set while preparing the filling.
In a heatproof bowl, combine the semisweet chocolate chips and instant espresso powder. Pour the hot water over the top and let sit for 1 minute, then stir until smooth and melted. Let cool slightly.
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Stir the melted chocolate mixture into the egg yolk mixture until well combined. Let it cool to room temperature.
While the chocolate mixture cools, whip the cold heavy cream in a large bowl using a hand mixer or stand mixer. Start on low speed and gradually increase to high until soft peaks form. Add the vanilla extract and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
Fold half of the whipped cream into the cooled chocolate mixture to lighten it. Then, gently fold in the remaining whipped cream until fully incorporated.
Pour the mousse into the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours or until firm.
Before serving, let the pie sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften slightly. Garnish with chocolate shavings, if desired, and slice into wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 378.3 g | 485% | |
| Saturated Fat | 218.2 g | 1091% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1140 mg | 380% | |
| Sodium | 1351 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 485.9 g | 177% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 366.6 g | ||
| Protein | 60.3 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 768 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 23.6 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 1867 mg | 40% | |
*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.
