Introduction
Want to jump into a chocolate lover's paradise? If you love a thick, rich and creamy little morsel of dessert decadence, then make this No Bake Chocolate Truffle Pie. The best part? The best part is you don't have to bake it. You can quickly whip it up at any time and amaze your family or your company!
Why Make This Recipe
Why make this No Bake Chocolate Truffle Pie?! One, it is super easy and fast to make –perfect for those crazy busy days or almost forgotten gatherings. The second is it's ridiculously delicious!! Each and every bite is heavenly from the creamy chocolate to crunchy cookie crust. Not to mention that you can also add on whipped cream, and chocolate shavings. Seriously, you'll make it over and over again…woo hoo!!
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Ingredients:
- 12 oz semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1½ cups whipping cream, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon instant espresso powder or a pinch of finely ground coffee, optional but intensifies the chocolate flavor!
- ¼ cup sifted powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- One 9-inch prepared store-bought chocolate cookie crumb crust (see notes for recipe to make your own from scratch)
- Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for garnish, optional
Directions:
- Mix chocolate chips and half of the cream in a microwave safe It is easy to stir if you use rectangular dishes. Cook on HIGH for 1-2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
- Add the espresso powder, if using. Cool down to room temperature. Combine with sifted powdered sugar andv vanilla. Set aside.
- Beat the remaining cream with an electric mixer in a medium bowl until soft peaks form. Add the chocolate mixture in 1/3 batches and beat on high.
- Pour the chocolate cream over into crust.
- Chill for at least 8 hrs overnight before serving.
- Enjoy with a dollop of whipped cream and maybe some chocolate shavings, if you want to be extra!
Serving Suggestion of No Bake Chocolate Truffle Pie
Once you are ready to serve up this pie, slice it and place a big dollop of homemade whipped cream over the top. Top with a dash of chocolate shavings for an extra bit. Fair warning — you might have to make another pie from returning friends!
Storing No Bake Chocolate Truffle Pie
Keep in the fridge for left over. To store, wrap tightly in plastic or placein an airtight container. It will keep well for 3-5 days. Adding the whipped cream JUST before serving keeps it freshest!
How to make No Bake Chocolate Truffle Pie.
- After making it under a minute, add the cooled down chocolate to this whipped cream as we want it nice and fluffy.
- Add more espresso powder or use brewed coffee if you like it a little stronger on the caffeine side.
- For a home made crust, simply crush some chocolate cookies and combine them with melted butter for an easy cookie crumb base.
Variation
Want to switch things up? Try using white chocolate chips instead of dark chocolate for a sweeter twist. You can also layer in some fruit like raspberries or strawberries for a fresh contrast to the rich chocolate flavor!
FAQs
Am I able to sub in milk chocolate for dark?
Yes, you can! The use of milk chocolate has the effect to sweeten and cream up this pie.
How Long Does This Pie Take to Make?
The prep would be about 20-30 minutes but, keep in mind that the pie has to set up in the fridge for no less than 8 hours or overnight.
Dairy Free Almond Cream Pie Print Recipe Can This Be Dairy-Free?
Yes! However, you can make this a dairy-free version by using dairy free chocolate chips and alternatives to the heavy whipping cream.
