Basic French Silk Pie Recipe

Ingredients for Basic French Silk Pie

• Graham Cracker Pie Crust
• Bittersweet Chocolate
• 3 large eggs
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• Unsalted Butter
• Pure Vanilla Extract
• Cognac

How to Make Basic French Silk Pie

1. Melt 6 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate in a double boiler set over simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
2. Remove from heat and set aside to cool until thickened but still pourable.
3. In a separate heat-safe bowl, whisk together 3 large eggs and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and frothy.
4. Place the bowl over a simmering double boiler (or use a bain-marie) and cook, whisking constantly, until the mixture is warm and slightly thickened (about 1-2 minutes). Do not let it scramble.
5. Remove from heat. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer, beat the cooled melted chocolate into the warm egg mixture until well combined.
6. Add ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, and beat for a full 15 minutes until the mixture is incredibly smooth and silky.
7. Beat in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and 1 tablespoon of your favorite liqueur (optional).
8. Pour the filling into your prepared pie crust (9-inch).
9. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the pie to set completely.
10. Serve chilled, topped with freshly whipped cream.