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Silky Chocolate Dessert

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Rich chocolate filling paired with a crisp Oreo base, chilled and topped with fluffy whipped cream. Uses high-quality ingredients for a rich flavor.
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Updated on Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:54:55 GMT
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This DIY French Silk Pie recipe blends a smooth chocolate filling with a crunchy cookie base, making a treat that's both fancy and well-balanced. The deep chocolate taste mixed with the velvety-soft filling and crisp base creates something so good that nobody can turn down a slice.

What Makes This Pie Special

French Silk Pie stands out because of its dreamy texture and taste. The silky filling feels rich yet airy, thanks to the whipped cream and butter-chocolate mix, while the Oreo base gives you that nice crunch. It works for any event, from family holidays to just treating yourself. Don't let its fancy look fool you - even if you're new to baking, you can pull this off without much trouble.

French Silk Pie Components

  • Base Ingredients:
    • Finely crushed Oreo cookies, 24 pieces (roughly 2 cups)
    • Melted unsalted butter, 6 tablespoons
    • Tiny bit of salt
  • Filling Stuff:
    • Chopped high-quality semi-sweet chocolate, 4 ounces
    • Softened unsalted butter, 1 cup (2 sticks)
    • Granulated sugar, 1 1/2 cups
    • Room temperature large eggs, 4
    • Pure vanilla extract, 2 teaspoons
    • Espresso powder, 1/4 teaspoon (skip if you want)
  • Top Layer:
    • Cold heavy whipping cream, 2 cups
    • Powdered sugar, 1/4 cup
    • Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon
    • Chocolate bits or curls for decoration
  • Tools You'll Need:
    • Pie dish, 9-inch
    • Stand mixer or electric hand mixer
    • Pot setup for melting chocolate
    • Blender for smashing cookies

Making Your Pie

Get The Base Ready
Crush Oreos till they're fine crumbs. Stir in melted butter and salt. Push the mix firmly into your 9-inch pie dish, covering sides too. Bake for 10 minutes at 350°F. Let it cool all the way.
Sort Out The Chocolate
Melt your chocolate in a double boiler until it's smooth. Cool it down to room temp but keep it liquid.
Mix The Center
Whip butter and sugar together until they're super fluffy, about 5 minutes. Stir in the melted chocolate and vanilla. Add eggs one by one, beating for 5 minutes after each on medium-high.
Make The Topping
In another bowl, beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until stiff. Mix 1/3 into your chocolate stuff to make it lighter, then fold in the rest.
Put It All Together
Pour your filling into the cooled base. Smooth the top flat. Put it in the fridge for at least 6 hours or leave it there overnight until it's fully set.

Expert Baking Tricks

Don't start until all your stuff is at room temp. You can't skip the long mixing time between eggs - it keeps your food safe and gets the texture right. If your chocolate clumps while melting, add a tiny bit of neutral oil to fix it. For pretty chocolate curls, warm the chocolate a bit and use a veggie peeler. Make sure your bowl and beaters are cold when you whip cream so it gets nice and fluffy.

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Dazzling Presentation Ideas

Top your pie with fresh whipped cream and chocolate bits just before eating. Cut it with a warmed, clean knife for neat slices. Want to make it fancy? Pipe some whipped cream swirls around the edge and sprinkle with cocoa. Serve it cool but not super cold to really enjoy that silky texture. It goes great with some berries, a cup of coffee, or even a small glass of sweet wine.

Keeping It Fresh

Your pie will last in the fridge for up to 3 days if you cover it with plastic wrap. Want to freeze it? Wrap the whole thing (without the whipped topping) in plastic then foil and it'll keep for up to 2 months. Let it thaw in the fridge overnight. You can make the pie up to 2 days ahead of time and just add the toppings right before you serve it.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why should ingredients be at room temperature?
It helps everything mix better for a super smooth pie. If the ingredients are cold, the chocolate could clump or get grainy.
→ Are the eggs in this dessert safe?
The eggs are gently warmed over hot water to make them safe, keeping the dessert's creamy texture. Pasteurized eggs are another option if you're extra cautious.
→ How long does the pie stay fresh?
It keeps in the fridge for up to three days. You can also freeze it for two months and add toppings before serving.
→ Can milk chocolate be swapped in?
You could, but bittersweet chocolate gives a deeper, less overpoweringly sweet flavor that balances the dessert way better.
→ Why is chilling for two hours so important?
It lets the filling set fully, giving it that amazing creamy texture. Plus, it makes cutting neat slices easier.

Silky Chocolate Dessert

Creamy chocolate filling meets crunchy Oreo crust, crowned with whipped cream and a sprinkle of chocolate curls for a delightful dessert.

Prep Time
30 Minutes
Cook Time
8 Minutes
Total Time
38 Minutes

Category: Dessert Recipes

Difficulty: Difficult

Cuisine: French

Yield: 8 Servings (One 9-inch pie)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 24 Oreos, crushed finely along with their creamy centers.
02 5 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted.
03 1 cup of heavy whipping cream.
04 8 oz chopped bittersweet chocolate.
05 1 tsp of vanilla extract.
06 3 large eggs, brought to room temperature.
07 3/4 cup of white sugar.
08 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, cut into chunks.
09 Whipped topping, optional for serving.
10 Chocolate curls for decoration.

Instructions

Step 01

Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a pie dish that's 9 inches in size.

Step 02

Stir the crushed Oreos and melted butter together in a bowl until blended. Push the mixture firmly into the pie dish, covering the bottom and the edges. Pop it in the oven for 8 minutes, then let it cool down all the way.

Step 03

Whisk the heavy cream in a bowl until firm peaks hold. Put it aside for later use.

Step 04

Gently melt the chocolate in a bowl over simmering water or by microwaving it for short bursts, stirring in between. Once melted smooth, mix in the vanilla, then leave it to cool off a little.

Step 05

In a heatproof bowl, combine sugar and eggs. Place it over a steaming pot of water and whisk nonstop until the mixture feels warm. Take it off the heat and whip it with a mixer for about 3 minutes until fluffy and light.

Step 06

Little by little, add the soft butter chunks while mixing, making sure each bit blends well. Slowly combine the melted chocolate, then gently fold in the whipped cream until no streaks show.

Step 07

Spread the filling evenly in the cooled crust. Smooth out the top with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until it's fully set.

Step 08

Top with whipped cream or sprinkle chocolate curls on top if you'd like. Slice and serve chilled.

Notes

  1. Room temp ingredients give you better texture.
  2. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  3. Freeze for as long as 2 months if needed.

Tools You'll Need

  • Pie dish (9 inches).
  • Hand or stand mixer.
  • Heatproof bowl or double boiler.
  • Mixing bowls for blending ingredients.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Contains eggs.
  • Includes dairy.
  • Made with wheat.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 799
  • Total Fat: 60 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 60 g
  • Protein: 7 g