French Silk Chocolate Pie (Or Parfait)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Delectable French Silk Chocolate Pie recipe with a creamy chocolate filling

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

2 hours and 30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

483

Sugar

34g

Fat

35g

French Silk Chocolate Pie, also known as Chocolate Cream Pie, is a classic American dessert that originated in the early 20th century. The pie features a smooth, silky chocolate filling that is made with real butter, sugar, eggs, and unsweetened baking chocolate. The recipe can be made as a pie or a parfait, depending on your preference. The pie is typically served chilled and garnished with whipped cream and shaved chocolate. It is a perfect dessert for any occasion, including birthday parties, family gatherings, and holiday dinners.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, beat the butter until smooth.
2.	Gradually add the sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
3.	Melt the 1 ounce of unsweetened baking chocolate in the microwave and add it to the butter-sugar mixture.
4.	Stir in the vanilla extract.
5.	Add the eggs, one at a time, beating the mixture for at least 5 minutes after each egg addition.
6.	Melt the 1/2 ounce of unsweetened baking chocolate in the microwave and fold it into the filling mixture.
7.	Pour the filling into the baked pie shell (if making pie) or serving cups (if making parfait).
8.	Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

PROS

The French silk chocolate pie has a rich and creamy texture with a delicious chocolate flavor.

It is an easy dessert to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

CONS

The pie is high in calories, fat, and sugar, making it an occasional treat rather than an everyday dessert.

The recipe requires a considerable amount of time to chill the pie before serving.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chocolate has been linked to several health benefits, including improved heart health, reduced inflammation, and improved brain function.
However, the high sugar and fat content in this recipe should be consumed in moderation for optimal health benefits.

	1 pie shells , baked ( omit for parfait only )
	1/2 cup real butter
	3/4 cup granulated sugar
	1 ounce unsweetened baking chocolate
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	2 whole eggs
	1/2 ounce unsweetened baking chocolate