Minty Mousse Pie Au Chocolat
Indulge your taste buds with this Minty Mousse Pie Au Chocolat, an irresistible fusion of rich dark chocolate and refreshing peppermint. Featuring a no-bake cookie crust made from crushed chocolate sandwich cookies and a silky homemade chocolate mousse, this dessert delivers decadence in every bite. The airy mousse is delicately flavored with vanilla and peppermint extracts, striking the perfect balance of sweetness and minty freshness. Topped with a dusting of powdered sugar and optional garnishes like fresh mint leaves and chocolate curls, this pie is as stunning as it is satisfying. Perfect for festive gatherings or a luxurious treat any time of year, this chilled dessert is a crowd-pleaser that’s as easy to make as it is to savor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Chocolate sandwich cookies (like Oreos)
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz Dark chocolate (60-70% cocoa), chopped
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp Peppermint extract
- 2 tbsp Powdered sugar
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tbsp Shaved chocolate or chocolate curls (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the crust: Place the chocolate sandwich cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Transfer the crumbs to a bowl and mix with melted unsalted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand.
Firmly press the cookie mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish to form the crust. Place in the refrigerator to chill and set, at least 15 minutes.
Prepare the chocolate mousse: In a medium heatproof bowl, add chopped dark chocolate. Heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer (do not boil). Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let sit for 1-2 minutes. Stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment to whip the remaining 1 1/2 cups of heavy cream until soft peaks form.
Add granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract to the whipped cream and continue whisking until stiff peaks form.
Gently fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the whipped cream, being careful not to deflate the mousse. Mix until just combined and no streaks remain.
Assemble the pie: Remove the chilled cookie crust from the refrigerator. Pour the chocolate mousse onto the crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Smooth the top.
Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or until fully set.
Before serving, lightly dust the top of the pie with powdered sugar. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and shaved chocolate or chocolate curls, if desired.
Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy the refreshing and indulgent flavor of the Minty Mousse Pie Au Chocolat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6719 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 422.8 g | 542% | |
| Saturated Fat | 212.2 g | 1061% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 609 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 2922 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 690.4 g | 251% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.7 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 439.2 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 42.7 mg | 237% | |
| Potassium | 2335 mg | 50% | |
*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.
