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French Silk Pie Recipe

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French Silk Pie is a decadent, creamy chocolate dessert featuring a flaky baked pie crust filled with a rich and airy chocolate mousse made from melted unsweetened chocolate, butter, eggs, and sugar. Topped with freshly whipped cream and garnished with chocolate shavings, this classic American pie is perfect for special occasions and chocolate lovers alike.

Ingredients

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Pie Crust

  • 1 9-inch pie crust

Chocolate Filling

  • 3 oz unsweetened chocolate (melted and cooled)
  • 1 cup butter (softened)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large pasteurized eggs

Whipped Cream Topping

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Chocolate shavings (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare and bake the pie crust: Preheat the oven to 450º F. Press the pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate and prick the bottom and sides with a fork to prevent bubbling. Bake for 9-11 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool completely before filling.
  2. Make the chocolate filling: In a stand mixer, beat the softened butter for 2 minutes until fluffy. Gradually add granulated sugar and continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy. Mix in the melted and cooled unsweetened chocolate along with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  3. Add the eggs: Add the pasteurized eggs one at a time to the chocolate mixture, beating on medium-high speed for 2 minutes after each addition. The filling should become light and very fluffy.
  4. Fill the pie shell: Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust, smoothing the top. Refrigerate while you prepare the topping.
  5. Prepare whipped cream topping: In a large bowl, beat the heavy cream until soft peaks start to form. Add powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
  6. Assemble and chill: Spread the whipped cream evenly over the chocolate filling in the pie shell. Garnish with chocolate shavings for decoration. Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours to set before serving.

Notes

  • Use pasteurized eggs to ensure safety since the filling is not cooked after adding eggs.
  • Make sure the melted chocolate has cooled before adding to the butter and sugar mixture to prevent curdling.
  • Allow the pie crust to cool completely before adding the filling to avoid melting the filling.
  • For best texture, chill the pie for at least 2 hours before serving to let it set.
  • Chocolate shavings can be made using a vegetable peeler on a chocolate bar.

Keywords: French Silk Pie, Chocolate Pie, Chocolate Mousse Pie, Classic American Dessert, Rich Chocolate Pie

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