Chocolate Mousse Pie
Chocolate Mousse Pie is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 350°F.
Butter 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 3/4-inch-high sides.
Finely grind cookies in processor.
Add butter and process until mixture is evenly moistened.
Press crumb mixture onto bottom and up sides of prepared pan to form thin crust.
Bake crust 5 minutes.
Transfer crust to rack and cool completely.
Combine chocolate, vanilla and salt in processor.
Bring 1 cup cream to boil in heavy small saucepan.
With processor running, gradually pour hot cream through feed tube and process until chocolate is melted and smooth.
Transfer mixture to large bowl.
Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
Beat 2 cups cream and sugar in large bowl to stiff peaks.
Fold into chocolate mixture.
Pour mousse into prepared crust.
Chill until set, about 6 hours. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead.).
Beat remaining 3/4 cup cream in medium bowl to firm peaks.
Transfer to pastry bag fitted with medium star tip.
Pipe rosettes of cream around edge of cake.
Garnish with chocolate shavings.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
