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French Silk Pie Recipe
Description: Hands down, THE most requested item for birthdays or any other occasion in my husband’s family! To die for!
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes
- Recipe Category: Pie
- Keywords: Dessert, Weeknight, Refrigerator, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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8 | Margarine |
3/4 | Sugar |
2 | Eggs |
1 | Vanilla |
2 | Graham cracker pie crust |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 753.5
- Fat Content: 59.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 26.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 179.2mg
- Sodium Content: 433mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 53.3g
- Fiber Content: 2.1g
- Sugar Content: 38.8g
- Protein Content: 6.6g
Instructions:
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Cream the Margarine and Sugar:
- In a mixing bowl, cream the margarine with the sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer. This step is crucial for achieving a smooth and creamy texture in your pie filling.
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Incorporate the Eggs:
- Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Beat the mixture for about 3 minutes after adding each egg. This will help create a light and airy filling.
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Melt the Chocolate:
- Melt the chocolate slowly, either on the stovetop using a double boiler or in the microwave at short intervals, stirring frequently until smooth and glossy. Be careful not to overheat the chocolate, as it can seize and become grainy.
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Combine Chocolate and Vanilla:
- Once the chocolate is melted, add it to the egg mixture along with the vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined, ensuring there are no streaks of chocolate remaining.
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Fill the Pie Crust:
- Pour the prepared filling into the graham cracker pie crust, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. The crust acts as a delicious base for the silky chocolate filling.
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Refrigerate:
- Place the pie in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 2 hours. Chilling allows the filling to set properly and enhances the flavor and texture of the pie.
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Top with Whipped Cream:
- When ready to serve, top the French Silk Pie with whipped whipping cream. Do not add sugar to the whipped cream as the pie filling is already sweet enough. This adds a delightful creaminess to each bite of the decadent pie.
Indulge in this irresistible French Silk Pie, perfect for any celebration or sweet craving! 🥧✨