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Decadent Classic French Silk Pie Recipe Easy Creamy Chocolate Mousse Dessert

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A rich, silky smooth French silk pie featuring a creamy chocolate mousse filling in a crisp chocolate crust. Perfect for special occasions or a comforting indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (140g) chocolate cookie crumbs (e.g., Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers)
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 cup (170g) bittersweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (preferably 60% cocoa)
  • 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups (250g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional garnish: whipped cream, chocolate shavings or cocoa powder, fresh raspberries or mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Mix until crumbs are evenly coated and mixture clumps when pressed.
  2. Press mixture firmly into bottom and up sides of a 9-inch pie pan to form crust. Bake 8-10 minutes until set. Let cool completely.
  3. Set up a double boiler with simmering water. Melt chocolate chips in heatproof bowl, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar on medium speed until creamy and pale, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. With mixer on low, add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until smooth and emulsified.
  6. Add melted chocolate, vanilla extract, and salt. Beat on medium speed until mousse is glossy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Pour mousse into cooled crust and spread evenly. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  8. Before serving, garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or fresh raspberries as desired.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs to avoid curdling. Melt chocolate gently to prevent graininess. Chill pie overnight for best mousse texture. For gluten-free crust, substitute cookie crumbs with almond flour and cocoa powder. For dairy-free, use coconut oil and dairy-free chocolate.

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