CHOCOLATE SILK PIE
A chocolate silk pie earns its name-in fact, very few desserts are capable of achieving this satiny, mousse-like texture without the addition of gelatin. This unique texture comes from a delicate network of melted chocolate, sugar, and eggs that is then folded into pillowy whipped cream. Once allowed to chill in the refrigerator, the chocolate and butter solidify, transforming the liquid filling into a sliceable airy mousse. There is a lot of bittersweet chocolate in this recipe which balances the sugar in the pie with the bitter richness of high-quality dark chocolate. A small amount of espresso powder enhances the depth of the chocolate filling, not lending a noticeable coffee flavor but highlighting the complexity of the chocolate. Just before serving, garnish the pie with barely sweetened whipped cream and either a dusting of cocoa powder or a sprinkling of shaved bittersweet chocolate.
Provided by Micah A Leal
Time 2h20m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make Crust: Roll pie dough to a 1/8-inch thick circle and place inside a greased 9-inch metal pie pan. Cut excess dough, leaving a 1/2-inch overhang. Fold overhang under itself, creating a thicker ring of crust around the edge. Crimp edge. Grease a sheet of aluminum foil liberally with butter. Place the buttered surface inside the pie shell, allowing the crust to come in direct contact with the foil. Freeze for 1 hour or overnight. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake crust with foil for 20 minutes. Remove foil and use a spoon to press down any areas that have puffed up. Return to oven for an additional 13-15 minutes, until the crust is golden brown all over. Set aside to cool.
- Make Filling: Bring 2 inches of water to boil in the bottom of a double boiler. Whisk together eggs and sugar and place over double boiler, whisking regularly until the mixture reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and allow to cool until just warm.
- While egg mixture is cooling, chop the chocolate and place in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 20 second intervals at 30% power, stirring in between each interval, until mixture is completely melted. Pour egg mixture over melted chocolate and whisk until fully incorporated. Whisk in espresso powder. Allow to cool completely to room temperature.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat butter until fluffy. With the mixer on low, slowly pour in chocolate mixture. Scrape down sides of the bowl with a spatula, and increase the speed to medium-high, beating until the mixture increases in volume and lightens in color, 5 minutes.
- In a clean bowl, beat together cream and powdered sugar to stiff peaks. Gently fold half of the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture. Add remaining whipped cream and gently fold until no streaks of cream remain. Pour filling into crust, leveling the surface with a spatula. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Garnish with whipped cream and cocoa powder or shaved chocolate, if desired.
CHOCOLATE SILK CREAM CHEESE PIE
I love French Silk Chocolate Pie. This is a slightly different version that I put together for Valentine's Day.
Provided by Pat DiMercurio
Categories Pies
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a food processor or a large bowl, crush graham crackers until very fine. (24 squares of grahams is about 1 1/2 cups of crumbs.) Combine crumbs, sugar, cocoa and melted butter until well mixed.
- 2. Press crumb mixture into the bottom and sides of a 9" pie pan. Bake at 375 for 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven and cool while preparing the filling.
- 3. In a medium mixing bowl, cream the brick of cream cheese until smooth, at medium speed with an electric mixer. Gradually add the sugar, beating until smooth. Blend in melted, cooled chocolate and the rum.
- 4. Add eggs, one at a time, beating on high for 3-5 minutes after each. Spoon the filling into the cooled pie shell and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set. Serve with whipped cream and a drizzle of warm caramel or chocolate sauce.
CHOCOLATE CREAM CHEESE PIE
This dessert makes a cool and creamy finish to any meal. Since the pudding needs time to set, I usually start this first, then make the casserole and beans.-Rhonda Hogan, Eugene, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar and 1 tablespoon milk until smooth. Fold in 1 cup whipped topping. Spread evenly into crust. , In a small bowl, whisk pudding mix and remaining milk for 2 minutes. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Pour over cream cheese mixture. Chill until set. , Just before serving, garnish with remaining whipped topping and chocolate chips if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 511mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
CHOCOLATE SILK PIE
This creamy, quick chocolate pie not only melts in your mouth, it also melts any and all resistance to dessert! What an easy way to say "I love you" on Valentine's Day. -Mary E. Relyea, Canastota, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425°. , Line crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice. Bake on a lower oven rack until edges are golden brown, 20-25 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake until bottom is golden brown, 3-6 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack., Meanwhile, in a heavy saucepan, combine marshmallow creme, chocolate chips, butter, unsweetened chocolate and coffee; cook and stir over low heat until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth. Cool. Fold in whipped cream; pour into crust., For topping, in a large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Spread over filling. Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving. Garnish with chocolate curls if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 666 calories, Fat 49g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
SILKY CHOCOLATE PIE
Chocolate makes the world go round! We have a family that loves chocolate pies, and this version with a splash of brandy is smooth as silk and oh, so special. -Kathy Hewitt, Cranston, Rhode Island
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to a 1/8-in.-thick circle; transfer to a 9-in. pie plate. Trim crust to 1/2 in. beyond rim of plate; flute edge. Line unpricked crust with a double thickness of foil. Fill with pie weights, dried beans or uncooked rice., Bake at 400° for 20 minutes. Remove foil and weights; bake 10-12 minutes longer or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack., In a heavy saucepan, mix sugar and cornstarch. Whisk in cream. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Remove from the heat. In a small bowl, whisk a small amount of hot mixture into egg yolks; return all to the pan, whisking constantly. Cook and stir over low heat 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat; stir in the chocolate, Cognac and vanilla until chocolate is melted. , Transfer to a clean bowl; press waxed paper onto surface of filling. Cool filling to room temperature. Spoon into crust. Refrigerate, covered, until cold, about 4 hours., For topping, in a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add Cognac and confectioners' sugar; beat until soft peaks form. Spread over pie. Dust lightly with cocoa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 579 calories, Fat 39g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 211mg cholesterol, Sodium 171mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE AND CREAM CHEESE PIE
Provided by Sandy Krasner
Categories Milk/Cream Chocolate Dessert Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Cream Cheese Chill Bon Appétit Massachusetts Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher Small Plates
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine bittersweet chocolate, cream and unsweetened chocolate in heavy medium saucepan. Stir over medium-low heat until melted and smooth. Cool to just lukewarm.
- Beat next 3 ingredients in large bowl until well blended. Beat in chocolate mixture. Spoon filling into crust; smooth top. Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours and up to 2 days. Serve chilled.
CHOCOLATE RIBBON PIE
A quick pie with a layer of chocolate pudding atop a cream cheese layer and finished with a layer of whipped topping. Garnish with chocolate shavings if desired.
Provided by Janice Howard
Categories Desserts Pies No-Bake Pie Recipes Pudding Pie Recipes
Time 4h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 tablespoon milk. Beat until smooth. Gently fold in 1/2 of the whipped topping. Spread on the bottom of crust.
- In a large bowl, combine chocolate pudding mix with 2 cups milk. Beat with wire whisk for 2 minutes (mixture will be thick.) Spread over cream cheese layer. Refrigerate 4 hours or until set. Just before serving, spread remaining whipped topping over pudding layer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52.1 g, Cholesterol 20.9 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 5.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 652.2 mg, Sugar 37.2 g
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