Rich Chocolate Truffle Pie

Semi-sweet chocolate is melted in rich, heavy cream sweetened with confectioners ' sugar, then spiked with vanilla. Whipped cream is folded into this already luscious filling and poured into a chocolate cookie crust. Chill and serve to raves.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 519 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 12 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
• 1 (9 inch) prepared chocolate cookie crumb crust
• 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
• 0.25 cup sifted confectioners' sugar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a microwave-safe dish, combine chocolate chips and 1/2 of the cream. Cook on high for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth. Cool to room temperature. Stir in sugar and vanilla. Set aside.

Step 2

Refrigerate for at least 8 hours before serving.

Step 3

Gather all ingredients.

Step 4

In a small bowl, beat remaining cream until soft peaks form.

Step 5

Beat in chocolate mixture on high speed, 1/3 at a time.

Step 6

Spoon chocolate cream into crust.

Step 7

Slice and serve with a dollop of whipped cream.