Introduction:
This decadent Chocolate Silk Pie recipe is perfect for chocolate lovers. With a silky smooth filling and a buttery graham cracker crust, this pie is sure to impress your guests. It’s a great dessert to serve at any dinner party or special occasion.
Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 4 hours | Serves: 8
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Chocolate shavings, for garnish
Instructions:
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a pie dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream until it simmers. Remove from heat and add chocolate chips. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the chocolate mixture. Pour into the pie crust and refrigerate for 3-4 hours, or until set.
- Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 450 || Fat: 30g || Carbohydrates: 45g || Protein: 4g
What I Love About This Recipe?
- The creamy and rich chocolate filling is absolutely delicious.
- The graham cracker crust adds the perfect crunch to balance out the smooth texture of the pie.
- It’s easy to make and can be made ahead of time for convenience.
- The pie is great for any occasion and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- The pie can be customized with different toppings like fresh fruit or nuts.
What To Avoid While Making this Recipe?
- Avoid overmixing the chocolate filling as it can cause the texture to become grainy.
- Be careful not to burn the chocolate when melting it with the heavy cream.
- Make sure to refrigerate the pie for the full 3-4 hours to allow it to set properly.
- Avoid skipping the step of refrigerating the crust before adding the filling, as it helps to keep the crust firm.
- Do not overbeat the whipped cream as it can become too stiff for topping.