Jamie Brown
@brownluxejamie
Decadent Chocolate Mousse Pie
Indulge in this rich and creamy chocolate mousse pie, featuring a luscious filling made from semisweet chocolate and whipped cream, all nestled in a delightful chocolate cookie crust. Perfect for any chocolate lover!
Details
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:9
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Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Cook time5 min.
- Total time40 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 6 ounces
- 3 tablespoons
- 3
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/4 cup
- 1/2 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1 (9 inch)
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Decadent Chocolate Mousse Pie.
Step 1
Start by chilling a large mixing bowl in the refrigerator for about an hour. This will help your whipped cream achieve the perfect texture later on.
Step 2
In a double boiler, melt the chopped semisweet chocolate and butter together over simmering water. Stir gently until the mixture is smooth and glossy, which should take about 5 minutes. Once melted, remove it from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 3
Next, whisk the egg yolks into the cooled chocolate mixture one at a time. Make sure each yolk is fully incorporated before adding the next for a silky texture.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until they become foamy. Gradually add in the 1/4 cup of white sugar, continuing to beat until soft peaks form. When you lift your whisk, the peaks should curl over gently, indicating they’re ready.
Step 5
Now, take your chilled bowl and beat the 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream until it thickens. Add in the 2 tablespoons of white sugar and the 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and continue beating until soft peaks form. This will add a delightful lightness to your mousse.
Step 6
Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the chocolate mixture, being careful not to deflate them. Then, fold in the whipped cream until everything is just blended together. You want to maintain that airy texture!
Step 7
Spoon the luscious chocolate mousse into your prepared chocolate cookie crumb crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
Step 8
For an extra touch, beat together 1 cup of heavy cream, 1/3 cup of white sugar, 2 tablespoons of confectioners' sugar, a sprinkle of cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. Spoon this whipped cream over the chocolate mousse just before serving for a stunning finish.