French Silk Pie
A decadent chocolate dessert with a velvety texture, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 405 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, melted
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the pie crust according to package instructions. Once baked, let it cool completely.
- Creaming together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add in the melted semi-sweet chocolate along with the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust, utilizing a spatula to spread it evenly.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 6 hours (or overnight) to let the filling set.
- Before serving, top with whipped cream and sprinkle chocolate shavings for an elegant finish.
Notes
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Best served fresh with whipped cream added just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
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