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Pioneer Woman French Silk Pie Recipe

Pioneer Woman French Silk Pie Recipe

This Pioneer Woman French Silk Pie Recipe is perfect. It is very creamy and smooth. The texture is like soft silk.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pre-baked 9-inch pie crust.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened.
  • 1.5 cups granulated white sugar.
  • 4 ounces unsweetened baking chocolate.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
  • 4 large fresh eggs.
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream.
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar.
  • Chocolate shavings for garnish.

Instructions
 

Melt the Chocolate

  • First, chop your unsweetened chocolate. Put it in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat it for 30 seconds. Stir the chocolate very well. Heat it again if needed. Let it cool down a bit. It should be smooth and liquid.

Cream Butter and Sugar

  • Put softened butter in a bowl. Add the granulated sugar. Use your mixer on high speed. Beat them for 3 minutes. The mix should be very fluffy. It will look light and pale.

Add Melted Chocolate

  • Pour the melted chocolate into the bowl. Add your vanilla extract now. Mix it on medium speed. Scrape the sides of the bowl. Make sure the color is even. It will smell like rich cocoa.

Add the First Two Eggs

  • Add two eggs to the mix. Set your timer for 5 minutes. Beat the mixture on medium-high. Do not stop early. This builds the silky texture. The sugar needs to dissolve fully.

Add the Remaining Eggs

  • Add the last two eggs. Beat for another 5 minutes. This step is very important. The filling will become very glossy. It will look like thick mousse. This is the "silk" part.

Fill the Pie Crust

  • Pour the chocolate into the crust. Use a spatula to smooth it. Spread it to the very edges. Make the top nice and flat. It is ready for the fridge.

Chill the Pie

  • Cover the pie with plastic wrap. Put it in the refrigerator. Let it sit for 6 hours. Over-night is even better for slicing. The pie needs to be firm.

Add Topping and Serve

  • Whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar. Spread it over the chocolate. Top with chocolate shavings. Slice it while it is cold. Enjoy your delicious homemade treat!

Notes

  • Use high-quality baking chocolate.
  • Ensure the butter is truly soft.
  • Do not skip the 10-minute beating.
  • Use very fresh, clean eggs.
  • Chill the bowl for whipped cream.
  • Use an Oreo crust for extra chocolate.
  • Keep the pie cold until serving.
  • Add a pinch of salt to balance.
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