Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Chocolate French Silk Pie Recipe

★★★★★

4.5 from 131 reviews
  • Author: Matteo
  • Total Time: 6 hours 37 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in a luscious Chocolate French Silk Pie featuring a crunchy Oreo crust and a rich, silky chocolate filling. This classic no-bake pie is topped with fluffy whipped cream and optional chocolate curls for an elegant finish. Perfect for special occasions or decadent dessert lovers, it requires chilling for a smooth, creamy texture.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

  • 25 Oreo cookies (do not remove the cream filling)
  • 4 tablespoons salted butter, melted

Filling

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 oz semi-sweet baking chocolate, chopped fine
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon espresso powder (optional)
  • 12 tablespoons salted butter, cubed and room temperature

Topping

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • Chocolate curls or shavings (optional topping)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Crust: Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until fine crumbs form. Add the melted butter and pulse again until the mixture resembles wet sand.
  2. Bake the Crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch deep pie plate. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, then remove and let cool completely.
  3. Whip the Cream for Filling: In a medium bowl, whip 1 1/2 cups heavy cream until stiff peaks form (about 3-4 minutes). Cover and refrigerate for later use.
  4. Prepare the Egg Mixture: Fill a medium saucepan with 3 inches of water and bring to a simmer. In a heatproof bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and salt until pale yellow.
  5. Cook the Egg Mixture: Place the bowl over the simmering water without touching the water. Whisk vigorously until the mixture reaches 160ºF (about 10-12 minutes), thickens, and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and cool for 5 minutes while whisking constantly to avoid curdling.
  6. Melt the Chocolate: In a small heatproof bowl, melt the chopped chocolate in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth. Avoid overheating.
  7. Combine Chocolate and Egg Mixture: Whisk melted chocolate, vanilla extract, and espresso powder into the egg mixture until combined. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  8. Beat the Butter: Using a stand mixer with paddle attachment at medium speed, beat the room temperature butter for 2-3 minutes until smooth and creamy. Scrape the bowl as needed.
  9. Incorporate Chocolate Mixture into Butter: Slowly add the cooled egg and chocolate mixture to the butter on low speed, scraping the bowl to combine fully. Then increase speed to medium-high and whip until light and fluffy, about 4-5 minutes.
  10. Fold in Whipped Cream: Gently fold the chilled whipped cream into the chocolate mixture in two batches to maintain the airy texture.
  11. Assemble and Chill the Pie: Pour the filling into the cooled crust. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, at least 6 hours or up to 48 hours.
  12. Make the Whipped Cream Topping: Just before serving, whip 1 1/2 cups heavy cream until thickened. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cream of tartar, then continue whipping until medium-stiff peaks form.
  13. Decorate and Serve: Spoon or pipe the whipped cream topping on the pie. Garnish with chocolate curls or shavings if desired. For clean slices, use a sharp knife dipped in hot water and dried before each cut. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure eggs reach 160ºF to eliminate any risk from raw eggs.
  • Room temperature eggs and butter ensure a smoother filling texture.
  • Do not overheat chocolate to prevent grainy texture.
  • The espresso powder is optional but enhances chocolate flavor.
  • Chilling the pie for at least 6 hours is essential for the filling to set properly.
  • Use a sharp knife warmed in hot water for clean pie slices.
  • You can prepare the pie up to 2 days in advance for convenience.
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chocolate French Silk Pie, Oreo crust, no-bake chocolate pie, creamy chocolate filling, whipped cream topping, classic dessert

Did you make this recipe?

Share a photo and tag us — we can't wait to see what you've made!

Find it online: https://todayplates.com/chocolate-french-silk-pie-recipe/