Description
French Silk Pie with Graham Cracker Crust is a rich and creamy dessert that combines a silky chocolate filling with a crunchy graham cracker crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a pie dish to form the crust.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes, then let it cool.
- In a saucepan, melt the chocolate chips over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the melted chocolate and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then fold it into the chocolate mixture.
- Pour the filling into the cooled graham cracker crust and smooth the top.
- Chill the pie in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the eggs are at room temperature for better mixing.
- For a richer flavor, use high-quality chocolate.
- This pie is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking and Chilling
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: French Silk Pie, Graham Cracker Crust, Chocolate Pie, Dessert Recipe