Description
This Easy Chocolate Mousse Pie combines a crisp chocolate cookie crust with a rich, airy chocolate mousse filling. Made with simple ingredients like semi-sweet chocolate, eggs, and heavy cream, this dessert is an indulgent yet approachable treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1 ¼ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
Mousse Filling
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 3 large eggs, separated
- ½ cup granulated sugar, divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand to ensure the crust binds well.
- Form the crust: Press the cookie crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish, creating an even layer. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the crust to set.
- Melt the chocolate: Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a double boiler or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each to achieve a smooth, glossy consistency. Let it cool slightly before using.
- Mix egg yolks and sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks with half of the granulated sugar and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes thick and pale, which helps incorporate air for a lighter mousse.
- Combine chocolate and yolk mixture: Gradually fold the melted chocolate into the egg yolk mixture until fully combined and smooth.
- Whip the cream: In another bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Reserve about ½ cup of whipped cream to use as a topping later.
- Fold chocolate mixture into cream: Gently fold the chocolate and yolk mixture into the whipped cream, being careful not to deflate the airiness.
- Beat egg whites: In a clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form. This adds volume and lightness to the mousse.
- Incorporate egg whites: Carefully fold the beaten egg whites into the chocolate mousse mixture to maintain a fluffy texture without losing volume.
- Assemble and chill: Pour the mousse filling into the chilled crust, spreading evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3 hours until firm and set.
- Serve: Once set, remove from fridge, garnish with the reserved whipped cream if desired, slice, and serve chilled for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the melted chocolate is not too hot before mixing with egg yolks to prevent curdling.
- Use fresh eggs and consume within 2 days, or consider using pasteurized eggs to reduce risk.
- You can substitute the chocolate cookie crumbs with Oreo crumbs (with or without filling) for extra chocolate flavor.
- For a more intense chocolate flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet.
- Chilling the pie overnight is recommended for the mousse to fully set and develop flavors.
- If desired, garnish with chocolate shavings or fresh berries for presentation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake, chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pie)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
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