Sin Pie Recipe

Indulge in the rich, sinful delight of our Sin Pie! This recipe, originally from the April 1986 Bon Appetit magazine, hails from the renowned Joie de Vivre restaurant in Chatham, New Jersey. A decadent combination of dark chocolate, crunchy walnuts, and a buttery crust, this pie is the perfect dessert for any occasion. Prepare to be tempted!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 668.8 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sin Pie

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How to Make Sin Pie

  1. **Make the Crust:** Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a food processor, combine 1 ½ cups walnuts, 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour, and ¾ cup packed light brown sugar. Pulse until finely ground.
  3. Add ½ cup (1 stick) melted unsalted butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. Press the mixture into a 10-inch pie plate, ensuring an even layer on the bottom and up the sides.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown. Let cool completely on a wire rack.
  6. **Make the Filling:** In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  7. Melt 8 ounces of dark chocolate (either bittersweet or semisweet) in a double boiler or microwave. Stir until smooth.
  8. Add the melted chocolate and 2 tablespoons of your favorite chocolate liqueur (such as Kahlua or Godiva) to the creamed butter mixture. Mix well.
  9. Beat in 4 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  10. Pour the filling into the cooled pie crust.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the filling to set completely.
  12. **Garnish & Serve:** Just before serving, garnish with whipped cream and toasted slivered almonds.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

154g

Fat

126g

Carbs

20g