Frosty French Silk Pie

Health score
3%
Frosty French Silk Pie
380 min.
12
437kcal

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Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Frosty French Silk Pie, a dessert that promises to elevate any occasion. This luscious pie is a perfect blend of velvety chocolate and airy whipped cream, all nestled in a buttery, crumbly crust. With its decadent layers and delightful texture, it’s no wonder this dessert has become a favorite among chocolate lovers.

Imagine slicing into a beautifully chilled pie, revealing a smooth, chocolate filling that melts in your mouth. The combination of unsweetened baking chocolate and cocoa creates a deep, rich flavor that is perfectly balanced by the lightness of the whipped cream. Topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of toasted sliced almonds, this pie not only tastes divine but also looks stunning on any dessert table.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself after a long day, Frosty French Silk Pie is sure to impress. With a preparation time of just over six hours, including freezing, this dessert is well worth the wait. Gather your friends and family, and get ready to share a slice of this heavenly treat that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 12 servings almonds toasted sliced
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.8 cup butter softened
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  •  eggs 
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup nuts finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • cup sugar 
  • oz baker's chocolate unsweetened
  • 0.3 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • teaspoon vanilla 
  • 12 servings whipped cream 
  • cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 325F. In large bowl, beat 3/4 cup butter and 1/3 cup sugar with electric mixer on medium speed 1 minute. Stir in cocoa and flour until mixture is crumbly. Press firmly and evenly against bottom and side of 9 1/2-inch deep-dish glass pie plate or 10-inch regular glass pie plate.
  2. Sprinkle with chopped nuts.
  3. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until edge appears dry. Cool completely, about 45 minutes.
  4. In 2-quart saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter and the chocolate over low heat, stirring occasionally; remove from heat. In small bowl, mix 1 cup sugar and the cornstarch with wire whisk; stir into chocolate mixture.
  5. In small bowl, beat eggs with electric mixer on medium speed about 5 minutes or until thick and lemon colored; stir into chocolate mixture. Cook chocolate mixture over medium heat 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until thick and glossy. Stir in vanilla. Cool 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. In medium bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed until stiff. Fold chocolate mixture into whipped cream.
  7. Pour over crust. Cover; freeze about 4 hours or until firm.
  8. Remove from freezer; let stand 30 minutes before cutting. Top with whipped cream; sprinkle with almonds. Store covered in freezer.

Nutrition Facts

Calories437kcal
Protein4.95%
Fat60.93%
Carbs34.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.82
Glycemic Load
23.27
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.8730433693399%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Catechin
5.73mg
Epigallocatechin
0.03mg
Epicatechin
13.58mg
Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:436.79kcal
21.84%
Fat:30.96g
47.63%
Saturated Fat:11.6g
72.49%
Carbohydrates:39.02g
13.01%
Net Carbohydrates:36.42g
13.24%
Sugar:23.49g
26.1%
Cholesterol:67.89mg
22.63%
Sodium:202.92mg
8.82%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.14%
100%
Caffeine:9.79mg
3.26%
Protein:5.66g
11.31%
Manganese:0.54mg
26.98%
Vitamin A:1069.16IU
21.38%
Copper:0.38mg
18.88%
Iron:2.47mg
13.71%
Selenium:9.51µg
13.59%
Magnesium:48.45mg
12.11%
Phosphorus:116.59mg
11.66%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.54%
Fiber:2.6g
10.39%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.97%
Folate:34.66µg
8.66%
Zinc:1.26mg
8.37%
Vitamin E:1.22mg
8.11%
Vitamin B3:1.11mg
5.56%
Potassium:177mg
5.06%
Calcium:47.47mg
4.75%
Vitamin D:0.56µg
3.74%
Vitamin B5:0.37mg
3.68%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.77%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.49%
Vitamin K:1.55µg
1.48%