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Dark Chocolate Silk Pie

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time27 minutes
Cilling Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 53 minutes

Ingredients

  • For the Crust:
  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs or chocolate cookie crumbs for extra chocolate power
  • cup melted butter
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • For the Dark Chocolate Filling:
  • 1 cup 6 oz bittersweet or dark chocolate, chopped
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • For the Topping:
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions

  • Prep the Crust: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press into a 9-inch pie pan. Bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool.
  • Melt the Chocolate: In a heatproof bowl over simmering water (double boiler method), melt the dark chocolate until smooth. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  • Make the Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Slowly fold in melted chocolate and heavy cream until fully combined.
  • Bake the Pie: Pour filling into the cooled crust. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 25–30 minutes. The center should be slightly jiggly—it will set as it cools.
  • Chill: Let the pie cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Whip the Cream: Beat heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe over chilled pie. Garnish with chocolate shavings or a light dusting of cocoa powder.
  • Serve & Enjoy: Slice with a sharp knife, serve chilled, and prepare for chocolate bliss.