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Dark Chocolate Espresso French Silk Pie
80% authentic · American
A sophisticated twist on the classic French Silk Pie, infused with the deep, robust flavors of dark chocolate and espresso, offering a more intense and complex chocolate experience.
Ingredients
- Chocolate cookie crust1 (9-inch) pre-baked
- Unsalted butter, softened1 cup
- Granulated sugar1 1/2 cups
- Eggs3 large
- Dark chocolate (70% cacao), melted and slightly cooled7 ounces
- Espresso powder2 teaspoons
- Vanilla extract1 teaspoon
- Salt1/4 teaspoon
- Heavy cream, for topping1 cup
- Espresso powder, for topping1/2 teaspoon
- Dark chocolate curls, for garnish2 tablespoons
Steps
- 1
Prepare the crust: Use a pre-baked dark chocolate cookie crust.
- 2
Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- 3
Add eggs: Beat in the eggs one at a time until well combined.
- 4
Incorporate chocolate and espresso: Stir in the melted dark chocolate, 2 teaspoons of espresso powder, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 5
Add salt: Stir in the salt.
- 6
Fill the crust: Pour the chocolate-espresso filling into the crust and spread evenly.
- 7
Chill the pie: Refrigerate the pie for at least 3-4 hours, or until firm.
- 8
Prepare espresso whipped cream: Whip the heavy cream with 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder until stiff peaks form.
- 9
Top and garnish: Spread or pipe the espresso whipped cream over the chilled pie. Sprinkle with dark chocolate curls.
- 10
Serve: Slice and serve chilled.
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