Chocolate Silk Pie
Chocolate silk pie is believed to have originated in the United States during the 1920s and gained popularity as a decadent dessert choice in American cuisine.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 220 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Chocolate Silk Pie
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a food processor, pulse the chocolate wafers until they become fine crumbs.
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In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and pour it over the crumbs. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated.
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Press the crumb mixture into a 9-inch pie dish, making sure to cover the bottom and the sides.
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Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and salt.
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Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.
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Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Melt the semisweet chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl and let it cool slightly.
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Gradually pour the melted chocolate into the egg mixture, stirring continuously until well combined.
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Pour the chocolate filling into the cooled pie crust.
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Refrigerate the pie for at least 3 hours, or until set.
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Serve chilled with whipped cream on top.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 410kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 29g45%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 26g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
