French Silk Pie
This rich French Silk Pie features a crunchy Oreo cookie crust, a silky bittersweet chocolate filling, and a light whipped cream topping. It's an elegant no-fuss dessert that's perfect for holidays and special occasions.
Equipment
- 9-inch pie dish
- food processor or rolling pin For crushing the cookies.
- double boiler
- electric mixer
- mixing bowls
Ingredients
- 20 Oreo cookies (230 grams)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/3 cups granulated sugar
- 8 oz bittersweet baking chocolate, melted
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
- 4 large eggs
- 1 1/3 cups heavy cream, cold
- 4 tsp powdered sugar
- chocolate shavings, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush the Oreo cookies into fine crumbs, mix with the melted butter, press firmly into a pie dish, bake for 10 minutes, and allow the crust to cool completely.
- Melt the bittersweet chocolate using a double boiler. In a separate bowl, beat the granulated sugar and eggs until light and fluffy, then mix in the melted chocolate.
- Add the room temperature butter one tablespoon at a time, beating until the filling is smooth and silky.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until completely set.
- Whip the cold heavy cream with the powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe over the chilled pie and garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.
Notes
For extra indulgence, garnish with chocolate curls or a drizzle of melted chocolate. Chill thoroughly before serving for the smoothest texture. Use pasteurized eggs if serving to children, pregnant guests, or anyone with food safety concerns.