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!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

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)

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 3

Gradually add granulated sugar to the butter, beating for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture is light and no longer gritty.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Add the melted chocolate, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well incorporated.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

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.

Step 8

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.

Step 9

Spread or pipe the whipped cream over the set chocolate filling.

Step 10

Optionally, garnish the pie with chocolate shavings for a decorative finish.

Step 11

Serve chilled and store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1266.4 grams (1266.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5241

Total Fat 356.90g	458%
Saturated Fat 180.80g	904%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1360mg	453%
Sodium 1496mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 488.60g	178%
Dietary Fiber 28.50g	102%
Total Sugars 319.90g
Protein 56.20g	112%

Vitamin D 164IU	820%
Calcium 317mg	24%
Iron 21mg	118%
Potassium 1725mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.6%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 36.3%