Easy Chocolate Silk Pie

Chocolate silk pie is believed to have originated in the United States during the early 20th century. It became popular for its smooth and silky texture, hence the name ‘silk pie’.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 210 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Easy Chocolate Silk Pie

Cooking Method: Baking, Mixing Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 180 min Total Time 3 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 2560

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Chocolate cookies
• 6 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 6 ounce Semi-sweet chocolate
• 1 cup Whipping cream
• 2 tablespoon Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a food processor, pulse the chocolate cookies until finely ground. Add melted butter and pulse until combined.
3. Press the cookie mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and let cool.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.
5. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the semi-sweet chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
6. Gradually pour the melted chocolate into the egg mixture, whisking constantly.
7. In a separate bowl, whip the whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
8. Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until well combined.
9. Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust and smooth the top.
10. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until set.
11. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 34g12%

Sugars 22g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.