Extremely Rich French Silk Pie

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14
Indulge in the Decadent Extremely Rich French Silk Pie
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

3 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups graham crackers
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
1 cup unsalted butter ( chilled )
1 1/2 cups sugar
4 ounces unsweetened chocolate , melted and cooled
2 teaspoons vanilla
4 eggs
1 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 ounce unsweetened chocolate
6 tablespoons hershey chocolate syrup

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
800
Sugar
59g
Fat
62g
Extremely Rich French Silk Pie is one of the most decadent desserts out there. This pie is packed with flavor thanks to its rich chocolate filling and a buttery, nutty crust. It's perfect for any special occasion or dinner party and is sure to impress. Be warned, though, this dessert is not for those watching their waistline. It's incredibly rich and indulgent, so a small slice goes a long way.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.In a bowl, mix graham crackers and 1/4 cup sugar.
3.Add melted unsalted butter and stir well.
4.Press the crust evenly to the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish.
5.Bake the crust for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool.
6.In a mixing bowl, cream the chilled unsalted butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
7.Add melted and cooled unsweetened chocolate and vanilla. Mix until well combined.
8.Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
9.Continue to beat for 10 minutes, making sure the filling is well combined and airy.
10.Pour filling into the cooled crust and refrigerate for 2 hours or until set.
11.In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream, 1/4 cup sugar, and vanilla until stiff.
12.Using a star tip, pipe the whipped cream onto the chocolate filling.
13.Use a vegetable peeler to make chocolate curls from the unsweetened chocolate bar.
14.Sprinkle chocolate curls over the whipped cream and drizzle with Hershey chocolate syrup.
15.Serve chilled.

PROS

Extremely Rich French Silk Pie is an indulgent dessert that chocolate lovers will adore.

The silky smooth filling paired with whipped cream and chocolate curls make for a heavenly dessert that melts in your mouth.

CONS

This dessert is packed with calories and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It takes some time to prepare, so it’s best to plan ahead if you want to impress your guests.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although this dessert is not particularly healthy, small amounts of unsweetened chocolate may have some health benefits.
Unsweetened chocolate contains flavanols that promote heart health and reduce inflammation.
In addition, the nuts in the crust provide some protein and healthy fats that can help keep you feeling full.

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