Ingredients for Valerie's Perfected French Silk Pie
- Baking Chocolate
- 2 teaspoons water
- Butter
- Sugar
- Vanilla Extract
- 4 large eggs
- Pie Shells
- Whipped Cream
- Slivered Almonds
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How to Make Valerie's Perfected French Silk Pie
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened (but not melted) unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes using a stand mixer or 8-10 minutes by hand).
- In a double boiler or heat-safe bowl set over a pan of simmering water, melt 12 ounces of semi-sweet chocolate chips with 2 teaspoons of water. Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
- Add 4 large eggs to the butter mixture, one at a time, beating well for at least 2 minutes after each addition to ensure proper emulsification. Use a stand mixer or beat vigorously by hand.
- Gently fold in the melted chocolate mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the mixture immediately into your prepared 9-inch pie crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the pie to set completely.
- Before serving, top with freshly whipped cream (about 1 cup) and sprinkle with toasted slivered almonds (approximately ¼ cup).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
72 g
Sugar
409g
Fat
519g
Carbs
69g