Best Silky Chocolate Mousse With Peanut Butter Crunch Recipes

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FRENCH SILK PIE



French Silk Pie image

I first made French silk pie when I was in high school. Years later, I tinkered with the recipe until I was happy with it. Now it's one of my husband's favorites. -Lisa Francis, Elba, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 sheet refrigerated pie crust
2/3 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/3 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons confectioners' sugar
Optional: Whipped cream and chocolate curls

Steps:

  • Cut pie crust in half. Repackage and refrigerate 1 half for another use. On a lightly floured surface, roll out remaining half into an 8-in. circle. Transfer to a 7-in. pie plate; flute edge., Line shell with a double thickness of heavy-duty foil. Bake at 450° for 4 minutes. Remove foil; bake until crust is golden brown, about 2 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack., In a small saucepan, combine sugar and eggs until well blended. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture reaches 160° and coats the back of a metal spoon. Remove from the heat. Stir in chocolate and vanilla until smooth. Cool to lukewarm (90°), stirring occasionally. , In a small bowl, cream butter until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add cooled chocolate mixture; beat on high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. , In another large bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add confectioners' sugar; beat until stiff peaks form. Fold into chocolate mixture. , Pour into crust. Chill for at least 6 hours before serving. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate curls if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 33g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER MOUSSE



Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse image

Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse from Maria Regakis of Somerville, Massachusetts combines favorites chocolate and peanut butter perfectly. It's a delicious, rich dessert ideal for summer night entertaining and a nice alternative to ice cream.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 milk chocolate candy bar (5 ounces), chopped
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup chocolate-covered peanuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the candy bar, cream and peanut butter. Microwave at 50% power for 2-3 minutes or until smooth, stirring twice. Transfer to a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until chilled. , Beat until soft peaks form. Spoon into dessert dishes; sprinkle with chocolate-covered peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554 calories, Fat 46g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

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